- Athens International Airport transitions to Level 3 Fully Coordinated status for summer 2027
- The change is due to planned runway works and high traffic demand
- Capacity from March 28 to April 30, 2027, is capped at 22 arrivals and 25 departures per hour
- Airlines require mandatory binding slot allocations through the Hellenic Slot Coordination Authority
- Authorities are introducing potential financial penalties for carriers causing congestion
Athens International Airport is transitioning to Level 3 Fully Coordinated status for the summer 2027 season due to planned runway works and high traffic demand. The airport will operate as a fully coordinated facility because of runway maintenance and upgrade works.
Capacity limits from March 28 to April 30, 2027, will be capped at 22 arrivals and 25 departures per hour. Airlines will require mandatory binding slot allocations through the Hellenic Slot Coordination Authority rather than traditional schedule approvals. Authorities are introducing potential financial penalties and strict oversight for carriers causing congestion or failing to adhere to assigned slots.
The reason for the change combines planned runway maintenance and infrastructure works with record passenger traffic and airspace congestion. Slot limits will vary by phase with reduced hourly arrivals and departures during certain periods to minimise disruption.
