Skiathos Airport serves the island of Skiathos in the Sporades, famous for the runway that passes just metres above Ai Giannis Beach, approximately 2 km from the city centre.
Skiathos is known for its sandy beaches, among the most beautiful in Greece, and for its vibrant nightlife.
How to get to Skiathos Island National Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to JSI
Parking near Skiathos Island National Airport
Near the terminal is a parking area of reduced size.
The parking is free from direct surveillance, with reasonable rates.
How to get to Skiathos from JSI
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Skiathos Island National Airport
Only a few car rental operators are present in the arrivals area.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name are required for the deposit.
Hotels near Skiathos Island National Airport
Skiathos Town and Megali Ammos
2 km from the airport: taxi in 5 minutes for about 15 euros (up to 4 people), local bus in 15 minutes for 6 euros.
Best for: Travellers who want the harbour, the lanes of the centre and the evening life just minutes from an airport that's very quick to reach.
- One of the shortest transfers of all the Greek islands
- Old harbour, the lanes of Plakes and evening life within walking distance of the centre
- The local bus can get crowded in high season and still leaves a stretch on foot
- Few wide beaches right in the centre: for sand it's worth moving a few minutes away
Recommended hotels
- Bourtzi Hotel A two-minute walk from the old harbour, right in the centre of Skiathos; 38 soundproofed rooms furnished in a modern style. View availability
- Aegean Suites, Santikos Collection 1.5 km from the centre, on the sandy beach of Megali Ammos, 3 minutes by car from the harbour; a boutique hotel for adults and teens over 16 with a spa and two restaurants. View availability
Kanapitsa
About 7-8.5 km from the airport and 7 km from the harbour, with a hotel shuttle running 24 hours a day.
Best for: Travellers who want a beach resort away from the centre, with its own shuttle to the airport and the harbour.
- A quieter bay than the centre, with a private beach and hotel shuttle
- Vromolimnos, one of the island's best-known beaches, 1.2 km away
- Longer transfer from the airport than the centre
- Without a car or the shuttle, the harbour's evening life requires an organised transfer
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
In summer, the normally contained terminal traffic grows significantly.
It is advisable to arrive at the airport 1.5-2 hours in advance for flights.
Map of Skiathos Island National Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is it true that planes fly over the beach at Skiathos?
Yes, the airport's runway passes very close to Ai Giannis beach: it has become an unusual attraction, but one to be experienced with caution.
Q. Is Skiathos known for its nightlife?
Yes, it's among the Sporades islands with the liveliest nightlife, alongside highly popular sandy beaches.
Q. Is Skiathos also connected to the mainland by a fast ferry?
Yes, a fast ferry connection links the island to the mainland ports of Volos and Agios Konstantinos in a few hours: a useful alternative on windy days, when flights to Skiathos can be delayed or canceled.
Q. Was Skiathos the filming location for Mamma Mia?
Partly, yes: some scenes from the famous film were shot in the Sporades islands, contributing to the area's tourist popularity.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
