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New direct flights from Hamburg to Athens – Discover Greece!
Hamburg now offers a direct connection to Athens. Sky express flies three times a week with modern Airbus A320neo.
New direct flights from Hamburg to Athens – Discover Greece!
A new star in the sky above Hamburg: A direct flight connection now connects the Hanseatic city with the fascinating capital of Greece, Athens. Last Friday the Greek airline SKY express successfully completed its first flight from Hamburg (HAM) to Athens (ATH). This non-stop connection is offered three times a week and is really a great offer for all travel enthusiasts.
The new flight times are extremely pleasant: Mondays and Fridays depart for the Greek metropolis at 6:15 p.m., and Sundays at 2:15 p.m. With a flight duration of around three hours, you can look forward to uncomplicated travel. SKY express uses modern Airbus A320neo for the flights - and this is not only a pleasure for the travelers, but also shows the airline's commitment to environmentally friendly flying.
Enhancement of tourist relations
This new connection is no coincidence. Dirk Behrens, Head of Aviation at Hamburg Airport, emphasizes that this not only increases the frequency of a popular travel destination, but also strengthens the tourist and economic ties between Greece and northern Germany. t-online reported Furthermore, Athens offers a variety of attractions, including the famous Acropolis, the majestic Parthenon and the charming Plaka district. Anyone who visits this city is guaranteed to experience many unforgettable moments.
What is particularly exciting is the fact that numerous onward flights are possible from Athens to the breathtaking Greek islands such as Naxos, Mykonos, Santorini and Crete. There are hardly any limits to your holiday dreams!
Greek tourism thriller
The new flight to Athens comes at just the right time because Greece set a new tourism record with 40.7 million international guests in 2024. How Aviation Direct reported, there was an increase of 12.8 percent compared to the previous year. German holidaymakers are particularly numerous here and contribute an impressive 3.7 billion euros to the country's economy. Tourism is not only a source of income for Greece, but also an important cornerstone of economic stability.
The region around Athens, especially Attica, recorded the highest number of visitors, which further underlines the importance of the new connection. The wave of travel to the Greek islands and the numerous absolute highlights of Athens make the trip particularly attractive for many.
It remains exciting to see how the new route will develop and what new opportunities it opens up for travelers from northern Germany. Now it's time to book flights and enjoy the Greek sun!