The Available Athens Airport Lounges

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Are There Lounges at Athens Airport?

Athens International Airport is a modern airport that features all the necessary facilities to meet the needs of its passengers. Therefore, there are several lounges at Athens Airport. They are all located at the Departures zones of both terminals. Expectantly, the Main Terminal offers more lounge options than the auxiliary Satellite Terminal. Some lounges are operated by airlines, catering to their business or VIP travelers. However, most lounges are managed by handling companies. Overall, although not all passengers are eligible to use many lounge facilities, there are lounge options that are accessible to all passengers for a fee.

The Main Terminal Lounges at ATH Airport

The majority of lounges are located in the Main Terminal, which serves as the primary terminal for flights to and from El. Venizelos Airport. While all facilities lie at the Departures zone, some business lounges can be found in the non-Schengen area (Area A). In detail, they are situated in the shopping zone, right before the Departure Gates. On the other hand, there are also lounges in the Schengen zone (Area B).

Our Tip: The Schengen area is a group of 29 European countries that have abolished border control, allowing free travel between them.

Lounges Located in the Non-Schengen Area (Area A)

Three lounges can be found in the non-Schengen area. One facility is an airline lounge, whereas the other two are operated by handling companies.

• Aegean Business Lounge

The lounge services are provided by Aegean Airlines, the primary airline operating at Athens Airport, and are available to business and first-class passengers, as well as Gold members and premium-class travelers flying with any Star Alliance member airline. The lounge is located on the 3rd Floor, just before the non-Schengen area square, on the right side. It covers a vast area of 1200 sq m. Clearly influenced by Greek architecture, the lounge is elegantly decorated and combines comfort and technology while also incorporating airport-themed design touches. It features a spacious lounge area, meeting rooms, two cafe facilities, and one restaurant. Wi-Fi is provided for free within the lounge’s premises, and charging points can be found in multiple locations. The Athens airport lounge is open from 05:00 am to 01:00 am.

• Goldair Handling

Goldair Handling is the ground handler managing the second lounge. The lounge is available for all international passengers departing from Area A. It is a luxurious facility, stylish and contemporary in design, that runs around the clock. Apart from a comfortable seating area, free Wi-Fi, and satellite TVs, the lounge offers exquisite dining options based on renowned Greek cuisine, along with an interesting list of Greek wines and refreshing drinks. Moreover, it also features shower facilities.

• Skyserv Handling Services

The lounge can also be found airside, on the terminal’s second floor, near the Duty-free shops and Gate A7. Known as the Aristotle Onassis Lounge, after the extremely wealthy businessman who founded Olympic Air, the lounge is accessible and offers various services and amenities, including internet connection, TVs, bars, a variety of newspapers, and business services. Travelers can use the facility for up to 4 hours. All passengers departing from  Hall A can access it for a fee. Children younger than 3 aren’t charged.

Lounges Located in the Schengen Area (Area B)

Four lounges lie at the ATH airport’s Schengen Area. Thus, passengers traveling to one of 29 countries that comprise the Schengen group can use one of those facilities. Two lounges are operated by airlines, whereas the other two services are provided by ground handlers.

• Aegean Business Lounge

Aegean Airlines features a lounge at the airport’s Schengen Area (Hall B) as well. The services are provided to passengers who are flying business or first-class, along with Gold members and premium-class passengers flying with a Star Alliance member airline. The lounge transmits the feeling of traditional Greek architectural design, from its lines to the materials used, and efficiently blends tradition with modern elements, overall exuding a luxurious ambiance. It houses a cafe facility, a wine bar, and a buffet restaurant and offers business services, free Wi-Fi, and daily newspapers. It is open from 03:00 am to midnight.

• Goldair Handling

Goldair Handling also features a lounge in the Schengen Zone, overlooking the Spata area. It is dedicated to premium passengers, located near Gata B13. The lounge houses a business center and a reception desk and offers free Wi-Fi, a wide selection of magazines, and numerous drink and dine options. It operates 24/7. All passengers can use the Goldair Handling Lounge, provided they don’t mind paying the entrance fee.

• Skyserv Handling Services

Operating from early in the morning (06:00 am) to 08:00 pm, the Skyserv lounge located in the Schengen Area is named Melina Mercouri, after the famous Greek actress and politician. It can be found opposite Gate B11 and can be accessed by all travelers heading to a domestic destination or one of the Schengen countries for a fee. That being said, children up to 3 years of age don’t pay a fee to access the lounge. The premium facility has adopted a dress code and offers various amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, conference rooms, fax services, snacks, refreshing drinks, and newspapers. Plus, the lounge is fully accessible and can also be used by travelers with disabilities.

• Lufthansa – Business Lounge

The Lufthansa Business Lounge can be found close to Gate B12, in Hall B of the Schengen Departure Area. It features a reception desk, a lounge buffet, a bar, and a seating area with various seating options. Whether you want to relax in a comfortable armchair or dine, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for. Shower services are also provided, as well as free Wi-Fi and numerous local and international newspapers and magazines. Moreover, the Athens airport lounge is equipped with printers and copy machines, is fully accessible, and has a smoking area. The lounge can be used by Lufthansa and Swiss first-class passengers, first-class travelers on a flight operated by an airline member of Star Alliance, business passengers, senators, members of the HON Circle, Star Alliance gold members, and frequent travelers. It is open from 04:30 am to 08:00 pm.

The Satellite Terminal Lounge at ATH Airport

The Satellite Terminal of Athens International Airport serves as a supplementary terminal, intended to decongest the Main Terminal during peak seasons. It offers just one lounge option.

• Goldair Handling

Goldair Handling is also present at the ATH Satellite Terminal, offering a lounge option for travelers departing from the secondary terminal of Athens Airport. The lounge is located on the terminal’s second floor, in the post-security area, about 13 minutes from the main terminal on foot. It offers a wide selection of snacks and hot dishes, focusing on Greek cuisine, along with drinks and numerous Greek-labeled wines. Satellite TVs, free Wi-Fi, newspapers, and magazines are also available. The lounge facility can be accessed by all travelers, as long as they pay the relevant fee. The services are provided from 06:00 am to 10:00 pm.

FAQs

What airline lounges are at Athens Airport?

Athens airport lounges are managed either by airlines or ground handling companies. There are three lounges operated by airlines. Thus, Aegean Airlines features one lounge in the non-Schengen area of the Main Terminal (Area A) and one in the Schengen Zone (Area B). Additionally, a Lufthansa lounge can be found at the Schengen Departures of the main terminal (Area B).

Can you buy lounge access at Athens Airport?

While airline lounges are dedicated to each airline’s (or airline alliance’s) passengers, lounges managed by ground handlers can be accessed by all travelers. However, they have to pay a fee or use lounge programs such as Priority Pass.

Where is the Goldair Lounge in Athens?

Goldair Handling features three lounges at Athens Airport. Therefore, it offers one facility in the main terminal’s non-Schengen Departure area (Hall A) and one in the Schengen zone (Area B). Finally, the third lounge can be found in the Satellite Terminal.