Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) connects the airport to Syntagma Square in approximately 40 minutes, running every 30 minutes. A single fare is around €9 (day pass €18).
Things to do at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Athens International AirportATH
At the airport
Things to do in Athens International Airport
Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) is a well-designed, comfortable hub with good Greek dining options — look for tzatziki, spanakopita, and fresh Greek coffee. The Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) connects directly to the city centre (Syntagma Square) in about 40 minutes, making the Acropolis, Monastiraki flea market, and Plaka neighbourhood very accessible on a longer layover.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Athens International Airport
- Monastiraki and Plaka, at the foot of the Acropolis, are just 5 minutes from Monastiraki Metro station — excellent for street food, coffee, and souvenir shopping.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at ATH
5 Sanctifly partner lounges at Athens International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestGoldair Handling Lounge
At Athens International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece, the Goldair Handling Lounge is conveniently located in the Main Terminal, Hall A, on the airside of the airport. After you complete the passport control and security check, continue into the Extra Schengen Area and head up to level 2, where you’ll find the airport lounge. This location makes it an easy stop for travel through Hall A, especially if you want a quieter place to relax after formalities and before boarding. Plan a little extra time to visit once you’re airside, as access is only available after clearing passport control and security, and the lounge is specifically situated on level 2 within the Extra Schengen Area at Athens International Airport.Book Now
100 points per guestSkyserv Aristotle Onassis Lounge
At Athens International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece, the Skyserv Aristotle Onassis Lounge is conveniently located in the Main Terminal – Hall A on the airside of the terminal, making it an easy stop once you’ve cleared the formalities. After completing passport control and the security check, remain in the airside departures area and head up to level 2, where you’ll find the airport lounge. This location is ideal for international travel through Hall A, allowing you to settle in and relax without needing to exit and re-clear security. If you’re departing from Athens International Airport and have already passed passport control, simply follow the signs to level 2 in the Main Terminal – Hall A to reach the Skyserv Aristotle Onassis Lounge.Book Now
100 points per guestGoldair Handling Lounge
After you pass security checks in the main terminal building at Athens International Airport, head into the airside departures area in Main Terminal – Hall B. The Goldair Handling Lounge is conveniently located within the Intra Schengen section of the departure hall on Level 1, making it easy to find once you’re through security. Continue toward the gates in Hall B and look for the lounge positioned directly opposite Gate B13. If you’re traveling through Athens, Greece on a Schengen-route flight, this airport lounge location is ideal for a quick break near your departure gate while you wait to board.Book Now
100 points per guestSkyserv Melina Merkouri Lounge
Find the Skyserv Melina Merkouri Lounge at Athens International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece, conveniently located airside in the Main Terminal, Hall B. After you complete the security checks and passport control, continue into the Schengen area and head toward gate B11—the airport lounge is situated nearby, making it an easy stop before your next flight. This location is ideal for travel through Athens International Airport, especially if you’re departing from the Schengen gates in Hall B and want to stay close to your boarding point while you relax.Book Now
100 points per guestAIA operated by Goldair Handling
At Athens International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece, the AIA operated by Goldair Handling airport lounge is conveniently located in the Satellite Terminal on the airside, making it an easy stop once you’ve cleared formalities. After you pass the security check, remain in the departures area and head to level 2, where you’ll find the lounge. Because it’s positioned airside in the Satellite Terminal, it’s ideal for travelers who want to settle in and relax after security and before boarding, whether you’re continuing your travel from Athens or connecting onward from Athens International Airport.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.