Athens Airport Parking

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Athens Airport Parking

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos operates four official car parks. P1 is the closest, with a covered multi-storey and direct pedestrian bridge to the terminal. P3 is the budget option with a free shuttle. Book in advance, especially from June to September.

1
Terminal building
4
Parking options
5 min
Walk from P1
15 min
P3 shuttle frequency

Key Features

P1 multi-storey, direct terminal link
Covered garage a 5-minute walk from T1 Departures. Max height 2.00m. Direct pedestrian bridge to the terminal.
EV charging in P1 and P2
Dedicated charge bays on lower levels of P1 and P2. Reserve alongside your parking on aia.gr.
P3 economy with free shuttle
Open-air economy lot with free shuttle every 15 minutes to the terminal. Included in your parking booking.

Which Car Park?

Short stay
P1
Direct pedestrian bridge to T1 Departures. Covered and close. Best for trips up to 3 days.
Long stay
P3
Cheapest option with free shuttle. Book early for summer travel.
Premium
VIP Valet
Drive to the departures kerb and hand over keys. Available 24 hours with pre-booking.
Mid-range
P2
Balance of proximity and price. Covered, with EV charging and 8-minute walk.
Car Park Comparison
All official Athens Airport car parks. Book direct at aia.gr. Pre-booking essential in summer months.
Car Park Type Transfer Price Tier EV Charging
P1 Short StayCovered, pedestrian bridge Covered 5 min walk €€€€ Yes
P2 Mid StayCovered multi-storey Covered 8 min walk €€€€ Yes
P3 Long StayOpen air, economy Open Shuttle every 15 min €€€€ No
VIP ValetDrop at departures door Valet Drop at door €€€€ n/a
€ Budget
€€ Mid-range
€€€ Premium
€€€€ Top tier

Options in Detail

P1 Short Stay
Covered multi-storey with a direct pedestrian bridge to T1. The most convenient option. Max vehicle height 2.00m. EV charging on lower levels.

Best for 1 to 3 days

P2 Mid Stay
Covered garage with an 8-minute walk to the terminal. Good balance of proximity and price. EV charging available. Suitable for short and medium-length trips.

Good value mid-stay

P3 Long Stay
Open-air economy lot. Free shuttle runs every 15 minutes to the terminal. The cheapest official option. Staffed and within airport grounds. No EV charging.

Best for 4 days and over

VIP Valet
Drive to the departures kerb and hand your keys to the valet team. Vehicle is ready at arrivals on your return. Pre-booking required. Available 24 hours.

Premium, hands-free

Hotels at Athens Airport
Sofitel Athens Airport is connected to the terminal by a covered walkway. Wyndham Grand Athens Airport is a 10-minute drive and within 2km of the terminal. Both are convenient for early morning departures on Greek island routes.
Sofitel Athens Airport
Wyndham Grand Athens Airport

Frequently Asked Questions
Does P1 have a vehicle height limit?
Yes. The maximum height in P1 is 2.00m. Taller vehicles should use P3, which is open-air and has no height restriction.
Should I book parking in advance?
Yes, especially from June to September when Athens Airport is at its busiest. Pre-booking via aia.gr secures a space and usually gives a better rate.
Is VIP Valet available 24 hours?
Yes, but pre-booking is required. Walk-up valet is not available. Book through the official Athens Airport website.
Is P3 safe for overnight parking?
Yes. P3 is staffed, within the airport perimeter and covered by CCTV. It is the standard budget option used by many regular travellers.
Where do I book parking at Athens Airport?
Book direct at aia.gr, the official Athens International Airport website. Third-party booking sites may not have access to all official lots.