Naxos Island National Airport
Also known as: Naxos Airport, Naxos National Airport.
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Naxos Island National Airport (JNX) is the airport for Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, Greece. It sits just south of Naxos Town (Chora), about 3 km (2 miles) away, near the beaches of Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna. It is a small airport, with about 86,000 passengers in 2018, the latest year the source gives.
The runway is short, about 900 m, so only small turboprop aircraft can land. Olympic Air and Sky Express fly to Athens, and Aegean Airlines adds seasonal flights to Heraklion and Thessaloniki.
All flights use a small terminal. Many visitors reach Naxos by ferry instead, from Piraeus, Rafina or the neighboring islands, as the island has frequent sea connections.
From the airport, most visitors head into Naxos Town and its old quarter, south to the beaches of Agios Georgios, Agios Prokopios, Agia Anna and Plaka, or inland to the mountain villages of Halki, Filoti and Apiranthos.
Airport operator, runways and traffic
- Runways
One short runway (18/36), about 900 m
- Passengers per year
About 86,000 in 2018 (latest available)
- Aircraft
Small turboprops only
Arrival tips for Naxos Island National Airport
All flights to Naxos are domestic, from Athens or, in season, Heraklion and Thessaloniki, so there is no passport control. You leave the small aircraft on the apron and walk to the terminal, where baggage claim is quick.
Outside, taxis wait for arriving flights, and Naxos Town is only a few minutes away. The beach areas of Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna are also close. Rental cars are a good option for exploring the island's mountain villages. Pre-booked drivers usually meet you outside arrivals.
Flights use small aircraft, so strong summer winds can occasionally cause delays or cancellations; keep ferry connections in mind as a back-up.
Greece is on Eastern European Time (EET), two hours ahead of the UK, and uses the euro.
Ground transportation
Naxos Town is a few minutes away; taxis and pre-booked cars are the usual choice.
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Taxis meet arriving flights. Naxos Town and the nearby beaches are a short ride.
Private transfer
A pre-booked car meets you outside arrivals, useful for villas, mountain villages and families with luggage.
Car rental
Rental cars are popular for exploring the island's beaches and mountain villages.
Terminals
Terminal
One small terminal for all flights.
Airlines and destinations
Frequently asked questions
How far is Naxos airport from Naxos Town?
Naxos Airport is about 3 km (2 miles) south of Naxos Town (Chora), just a few minutes by taxi or car. The beaches of Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna are also close by.
Which airlines fly to Naxos?
Olympic Air and Sky Express fly between Athens and Naxos, and Aegean Airlines adds seasonal flights to Heraklion and Thessaloniki. There are no direct international flights.
Why are only small planes used at Naxos?
Naxos has a short runway, about 900 m long, so only small turboprop aircraft can use it. Larger jets cannot land, which is why flights are mainly short hops from Athens.
Should I fly or take the ferry to Naxos?
Both work. Flights from Athens are short and quick, but use small planes with limited seats. Ferries from Piraeus, Rafina and nearby islands run frequently, especially in summer, and carry more luggage.
How do I get from Naxos airport to Plaka beach?
Plaka is on the west coast, south of the airport. A taxi or pre-booked transfer takes only a short time; rental cars and scooters are also popular.
Can strong winds affect flights to Naxos?
Yes. Because flights use small aircraft, strong summer winds can occasionally delay or cancel them. Keep a ferry as a back-up if your plans are tight.