Samos Aristarchos Airport (IATA: SMI) is located on the southern coast of the eastern Aegean island of Samos, close to the Turkish coast. Aegean and Sky Express fly year-round to Athens, joined in summer by holiday flights from Central and Northern Europe. The airport does not handle air cargo; the national cargo hub is Athens (ATH), around 260 km away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Samos Airport?▼

The IATA code of Samos Airport is SMI. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Samos Airport located?▼

Samos Airport is located in Samos Island, GR.

What is the ICAO code of Samos Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Samos Airport is LGSM. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Samos Airport?▼

Samos Airport is at an elevation of 6 meters (19 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

37.69000, 26.91170

6 m ü. NN

Transit time routes from Samos Island

Piraeus → Shanghai Piraeus → Shenzhen Piraeus → Guangzhou Piraeus → Hong Kong Piraeus → Tokyo Piraeus → Busan

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Last updated: 4 June 2026

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