Taxi Strike at Athens Airport (Spata) - May 15, 2025: What Travelers Need to Know
If you're flying to or from Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) in Spata on Thursday, May 15, 2025, please be aware of a three-hour taxi strike scheduled from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
The Attica Taxi Drivers’ Union (SATA) is protesting the presence of what they claim is an unauthorized Uber pickup point operating near the official taxi stand at the airport.
What Tourists Should Know
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No taxi services will be available at Athens Airport between 12:00 and 15:00 on May 15.
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The airport is located in Spata, about 30 km from Athens city center.
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Alternative transport options include:
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Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) to and from the city center
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Airport express buses (e.g., X95 to Syntagma Square)
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Private transfers and ride-sharing apps (where available)
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Car rental services at the airport
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Travelers are advised to plan ahead to avoid delays and ensure smooth airport transfers during the strike window. The union has also announced that further strike actions are possible if discussions with the Ministry of Transport do not yield results.
Stay updated through official transportation websites or airport announcements.
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