Athens International Airport Taxi Scams: How to Avoid Them
Athens · ATH · Real fare €50 flat to the city-centre inner ring (05:00–24:00), €65 at night (00:00–05:00)
Where is the official taxi rank?
Taxi waiting area at Exit 3 of the Arrivals level, open 24 hours.
Common scams to watch out for
Extras on top of the flat fare
Between the airport and the city-centre inner ring the taxi fare is fixed: €50 by day and €65 at night. The airport says the flat fare already includes all applicable surcharges and extras.
How to avoid: Agree the destination is inside the inner ring before setting off, and refuse any added charge for luggage, tolls or the airport.
Night rate charged by day
The €65 night fare applies only from midnight to 05:00.
How to avoid: Between 05:00 and midnight the city-centre fare is €50.
No receipt
Greek law requires taxi drivers to issue a receipt for the fare paid.
How to avoid: Ask for the receipt before you pay; you need it for any complaint.
Legitimate transport options
| Method | Cost | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi (flat fare to the inner ring) | €50 day / €65 night | Exit 3, Arrivals level |
Emergency + complaint contacts
Emergency: 112
Sources
- Athens International Airport — taxi & limousines · checked 2 Oct 2026
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