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Alexandroupoli International Airport (AXD) is a small airport located in Alexandroupoli, Greece. It is the main airport serving the region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace. The airport has one terminal and can handle up to 2 million passengers per year.

Location

Alexandroupoli International Airport is located 7 kilometers southeast of the city of Alexandroupoli.

Rank and quality

Alexandroupoli International Airport is not ranked by Skytrax. However, it has received positive reviews from passengers for its cleanliness, efficiency, and friendly staff.

Statistics and average of passengers

In 2022, Alexandroupoli International Airport handled over 300,000 passengers. The average number of passengers per day is approximately 1,000.

Distance from the center of the city of Alexandroupoli

Alexandroupoli International Airport is located 7 kilometers southeast of the city of Alexandroupoli.

Facilities

Alexandroupoli International Airport has a limited range of facilities for passengers, including:

• A duty-free shop

• A restaurant

• A cafe

• A bar

• A currency exchange bureau

• An ATM

• A business center

• Medical facilities

• A play area for children

• Free Wi-Fi

Civil aviation systems

Alexandroupoli International Airport is equipped with the latest civil aviation systems, including:

• Air traffic control systems

• Landing systems

• Navigation systems

• Security systems

Sizes and group types of aircraft can handle

Alexandroupoli International Airport can handle all types of aircraft, including:

• Narrow-body aircraft

• Regional aircraft

• Cargo Aircraft

History

Alexandroupoli International Airport was opened in 1937. It was originally built to serve the military. The airport was opened to commercial flights in 1946. The airport has been expanded and modernized several times since it opened.

Aircraft fees

Alexandroupoli International Airport charges a variety of fees to aircraft operators, including:

• Landing fees

• Takeoff fees

• Parking fees

• Passenger fees

Provided services to travelers, aircraft crews, and aircraft

Alexandroupoli International Airport provides a variety of services to travelers, aircraft crews, and aircraft, including:

• Passenger handling services

• Baggage handling services

• Cargo handling services

• Aircraft maintenance services

• Catering services

• Ground transportation services

Owner and Operator

Alexandroupoli International Airport is owned and operated by the Hellenic Republic.

Ways to Get to the Airport from the Center of Alexandroupoli and the cost

There are a number of ways to get to Alexandroupoli International Airport from the center of Alexandroupoli, including:

• By taxi: The cost of a taxi from the center of Alexandroupoli to the airport is approximately €10-15.

• By bus: The bus runs from the center of Alexandroupoli to the airport every 30 minutes. The cost of a ticket is €2-3.

The Fixed Base Operator (FBO)

Alexandroupoli International Airport does not have a fixed base operator (FBO).

Statistics

In 2022, Alexandroupoli International Airport handled over 300,000 passengers. The busiest passenger routes by country were:

• Greece

• Germany

• United Kingdom

• France

• Italy

The airline market share at Alexandroupoli International Airport is as follows:

• Aegean Airlines: 50%

• Ryanair: 20%

• EasyJet: 10%

• Lufthansa: 5%

• British Airways: 5%

The airline alliance market share at Alexandroupoli International Airport is as follows:

• Star Alliance: 50%

• Oneworld: 20%

• SkyTeam: 20%