Samos Airport serves the island of Samos in the eastern Aegean, very close to the Turkish coast, approximately 15 km from Samos city centre.
Samos is known as the native island of Pythagoras and for its wine-making tradition, particularly sweet Muscat wines.
How to get to Samos Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to SMI
Parking near Samos Airport
Not far from the terminal is a modest-size parking facility.
The parking is unattended; rates remain affordable.
How to get to Samos Island from SMI
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Samos Airport
The main car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for exploring the island.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card in the renter's name are required for the security deposit.
Hotels near Samos Airport
Pythagorio
About 3 km from the airport, 10 minutes by taxi; Pythagorio's taxi rank is on the seafront, on Lykourgou Logotheti street.
Best for: Early-morning departures and short layovers, with the town of Pythagoras and the little harbour just minutes from the airport.
- The shortest transfer from the airport of the whole island
- The little harbour, the Castle of Lykourgos Logothetis and the Heraion of Samos nearby, useful for filling a layover afternoon
- A small town: evening life is more limited than in Vathy
- Direct KTEL buses only 4 times a day, otherwise a taxi is needed
Vathy (Samos town)
About 14 km from the airport: KTEL bus in 26 minutes (services every 4 hours), taxi in 16-20 minutes for 21-26 euros.
Best for: Travellers who want the main harbour, the ferries to the other islands and Turkey, and the life of the capital.
- Harbour, museums and seafront within walking distance of the centre
- More restaurants and independent evening life than Pythagorio
- KTEL bus with sparse services: without a car, a taxi is worth it
- Some hotels are on a steep slope, not very convenient with heavy luggage
Recommended hotels
- Aeolis Hotel 50 metres from the centre of Vathy and 2 km from the harbour, with two pools and a hot tub; the Vathy Archaeological Museum 500 metres away. View availability
- Anthousa Hotel A 10-minute walk from the centre of Vathy and a few steps from the harbour; 17 rooms with balcony, a family-run guesthouse. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
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Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is of modest size, but traffic increases noticeably during the summer months.
A safety margin of 1.5-2 hours is the recommended standard for flights.
Map of Samos Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Samos close to Turkey?
Yes, very much so: the island is only about 2 km from the Turkish coast at the narrowest point of the Mycale Strait.
Q. Why is Samos linked to Pythagoras?
It's the birthplace of the famous mathematician and philosopher of antiquity, to whom the port town of Pythagorio is dedicated.
Q. What is Samos Muscat wine?
A sweet wine produced on the island for centuries, among the most renowned in Greece, often mentioned in classical literature as well.
Q. Can you visit Ephesus in Turkey from Samos in a day?
Yes, the ferry to Kuşadası, the Turkish port closest to Ephesus, takes only about an hour: it's one of the most popular day trips among those staying in Samos, thanks to the minimal distance between the two coasts.
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