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SAUDIA: Direct Flights Between Saudi Arabia and Athens Four Times a Week

Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is continuing to operate direct scheduled year-round flights between Saudi Arabia and Athens.

Covid-19 Rules for Flights to Greek Islands in Place Until July 26

Greece has extended the rules that everyone must follow when traveling from the mainland to the islands on domestic flights until July 26.

HCAA: Passenger Traffic at Greek Airports on Upward Trend

Greek airports in June recorded a steady upward trend in passenger traffic and arrivals from abroad, according to data from the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA).

Flight Activity at Athens Airport Picks Up Pace 

Athens International Airport has recovered 77% of total 2019 traffic so far and is up by 74% or 273 flights against last year, according to Eurocontrol. 

Covid-19: IATA Calls on States to Follow WHO Guidance on Cross-border Travel

IATA is calling for states to follow new World Health Organization (WHO) guidance on travel that recommends a “risk-based approach” to implementing measures related to Covid-19 and international travel.

Greece Updates Covid-19 Travel Rules, Bumps Rwanda and Thailand Off Safe List

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has updated and extended all aviation directives concerning arrivals to Greece from abroad.

SKY express Invests €200m for Six ATR Sustainable Aircraft

 SKY express is investing 200 million euros to acquire six new state-of-the-art sustainable aircraft from manufacturer ATR, with phased delivery expected within the year.

Scoot to Connect Athens with Berlin in August

Scoot on August 10 will launch direct Athens-Berlin flights, operated by its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft.

Cyprus Obliges Travelers from Greece to Undergo Testing Before Arrival

From July 15, travelers entering Cyprus from Greece will have to present a negative PCR laboratory test taken within 72 hours prior to their arrival.

AEGEAN Begins Operation of Seasonal Base on Mykonos

AEGEAN has started the operation of its seasonal base on Mykonos aiming to improve the connection of the popular Greek island with international destinations.

British Tourists Eager to Book Greece Holidays After UK Eases Rules

British travelers hungry for some sea and sun rushed to book their holidays to Greece after the UK eased quarantine rules for amber-listed countries.

Sky express Launches Athens – Rome Service

SKY express has expanded its international network of destinations with the launch of a new direct service between Athens and Rome.

Covid-19: Greece Extends Rules for Domestic Flights to the Islands

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has extended the rules for passengers of domestic flights traveling from the mainland to the islands.

UK Revises Advisory for Greece, Paves Way for Travel 

UK's FCDO has reversed its previous guidance which advised against non-essential travel to Greece, paving the way for travel to all Greek territories, starting July 19.

Greece Extends Covid-19 Travel Restrictions for Int’l Flights Until July 15

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has extended travel restrictions for international flights landing in Greece until July 15.

Greek Carrier AEGEAN Suffers Q1 Losses Due to Covid

Greece’s national carrier AEGEAN said consolidated revenues in Q1 2021 dropped by 70% to 44.3 million euros against the same quarter in 2020.

Travelport-connected Travel Agencies Now Avoid Emirates GDS Surcharge

Travelport and Emirates have reached a commercial agreement that allows Travelport-connected agencies to avoid the airline’s surcharge on bookings via GDS.

AEGEAN and Volotea Sign Code-share Agreement

AEGEAN and Volotea have signed a code-share agreement to offer increased travel options for destinations in Greece, Italy, France and Spain.

Air France-KLM Partners with Sea Chefs Cruises to Develop Sustainable Fuel Industry

The Air France-KLM Group and sea chefs Cruises Ltd. have signed an agreement to invest in the aviation group’s corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel program.

European Commission Approves €39.7 Million Italian Aid to Alitalia

The European Commission has announced that an Italian aid measure of 39.7 million euros to support Alitalia is in line with EU state aid rules.