Kavala
International Airport
Alexander the Great
IATA: KVA
ICAO: LGKV
Kavala Airport
Alexander the Great
Kavala International Airport "Alexander the Great" (LGKV) is an international airport located in the municipality of Nestos, Greece. It is the main airport serving the city of Kavala and the surrounding region. The airport has one terminal and can handle up to 2 million passengers per year.
Location
Kavala International Airport is located 9 kilometers (5.6 mi) southwest of the city of Kavala.
Rank and quality
Kavala International Airport is not ranked by Skytrax, but it has received positive reviews from passengers for its cleanliness, efficiency, and friendly staff.
Statistics and average of passengers
In 2022, Kavala International Airport handled over 400,000 passengers. The average number of passengers per day is approximately 1,100.
Distance from the center of the city of Kavala
Kavala International Airport is located 9 kilometers (5.6 mi) southwest of the city of Kavala.
Facilities
Kavala International Airport has a wide range of facilities for passengers, including:
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Duty-free shops
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Restaurants and cafes
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Bars and lounges
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Currency exchange bureaus
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ATMs
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Business centers
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Medical facilities
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Play areas for children
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Free Wi-Fi
Civil aviation systems
Kavala International Airport is equipped with the latest civil aviation systems, including:
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Air traffic control systems
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Landing systems
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Navigation systems
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Security systems
Sizes and group types of aircraft can handle
Kavala International Airport can handle all types of aircraft, including:
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Narrow-body aircraft
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Regional aircraft
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Cargo aircraft
History
Kavala International Airport was opened in 1948. It was originally built to serve the military. The airport was opened to commercial flights in 1960. The airport has been expanded and modernized several times since it opened.
Aircraft fees
Kavala International Airport charges a variety of fees to aircraft operators, including:
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Landing fees
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Takeoff fees
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Parking fees
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Passenger fees
Provided services to travelers, aircraft crews, and aircraft
Kavala International Airport provides a variety of services to travelers, aircraft crews, and aircraft, including:
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Passenger handling services
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Baggage handling services
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Cargo handling services
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Aircraft maintenance services
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Catering services
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Ground transportation services
Owner and Operator
Kavala Airport is owned by the Greek state and is operated by Fraport Greece, a subsidiary of Fraport AG. Fraport Greece is responsible for managing, operating, and developing 14 regional airports in Greece, including Kavala Airport.
Ways to Get to the Airport from the Center of Zakynthos and the cost
There are a number of ways to get to Kavala International Airport from the center of Kavala, including:
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By taxi: The cost of a taxi from the center of Kavala to the airport is approximately €30-40.
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By bus: The bus runs from the center of Kavala to the airport every 30 minutes. The cost of a ticket is €5-6.
The Fixed Base Operator (FBO)
Kavala International Airport does not have a fixed base operator (FBO).
Statistics
In 2022, Kavala International Airport handled over 400,000 passengers. The busiest passenger routes by country were:
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Greece
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Germany
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United Kingdom
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Sweden
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Norway
The airline market share at Kavala International Airport is as follows:
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Aegean Airlines: 40%
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Ryanair: 20%
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EasyJet: 10%
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Lufthansa: 5%
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British Airways: 5%
The airline alliance market share at Kavala International Airport is as follows:
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Star Alliance: 40%
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Oneworld: 20%
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SkyTeam: 20%