Mykonos · Greece
Mykonos Airport (JMK)
Mykonos Airport (JMK) is located approximately four kilometres southeast of the main town of Mykonos (Chora). It operates through a single passenger terminal handling domestic flights and seasonal international arrivals. The airport primarily serves point-to-point leisure traffic during the European holiday season.
Terminals
- Main Terminal
- A single-building terminal managing all domestic, Schengen, and non-Schengen passenger arrivals and departures.
Arriving
Arrivals walk or are transported by apron shuttle bus to the main terminal, followed by immigration for non-Schengen passengers, baggage collection, and customs.
- Disembarkation is via aircraft stairs onto the apron, followed by a short walk or shuttle bus ride to the arrivals entrance.
- Passengers arriving from non-Schengen flights proceed through Hellenic Police passport control.
- Schengen arrivals bypass passport control and walk directly into the baggage re-claim area.
- Reclaim bags from the designated belt in the central arrivals room.
- Proceed through customs inspection prior to entering the public arrivals hall.
Getting to the city
Bus
KTEL Mykonos
Seasonal public bus running between the airport terminal and Mykonos Town (Fabrika) or the New Port (Tourlos). Tickets are purchased directly from the driver in cash.
- Time:
- roughly 10-15 minutes to Fabrika (Mykonos Town)
- Typical cost:
- typically €2.00-€3.00
Taxi
Local Mykonos Taxis
Taxis queue outside the terminal exit. Availability can be extremely limited during peak summer arrival hours.
- Time:
- roughly 10-15 minutes
- Typical cost:
- typically €15-€30 depending on precise destination
Bus
Various local operators and hotels
Pre-booked transfer drivers meet passengers in the arrivals hall with a name board.
- Time:
- roughly 10-20 minutes
- Typical cost:
- typically €25-€60 depending on vehicle class and location
Car rental
Multiple international and local rental brands
Rental desks are located landside within or immediately adjacent to the main terminal building.
- Time:
- roughly 10-20 minutes to major island locations
- Typical cost:
- varies according to season and rental agreement
Connections & transfers
Mykonos Airport is designed for point-to-point traffic rather than transit connections. Passengers making air-to-sea connections must transfer to the ports.
- There is no dedicated airside transit corridor for connecting flights; arriving passengers must landside clear customs and re-check luggage if transferring.
- To connect with ferry services at the New Port (Tourlos) or Old Port, passengers must take a bus, taxi, or pre-arranged transfer from outside the arrivals terminal.
- Allow at least two to three hours between an incoming flight arrival and a scheduled ferry departure to account for luggage retrieval and island road traffic.
Wi-Fi & staying connected
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available across all public areas of the terminal building.
- Select the network name 'Fraport-Free' on your mobile device.
- Accept the terms of service on the landing page to establish a connection.
- Coverage extends through landside, airside, and baggage claim areas.
Money, cards & tipping
Cash machines and currency services are accessible in the terminal, operating in Euros (EUR).
- Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) are situated in the public arrivals landside zone.
- Payment cards are accepted at most terminal commercial outlets and by major transport providers.
- It is advisable to carry small cash denominations in Euros for local bus fares and minor expenses.
Food & drink
Food and beverage options include cafes and grab-and-go outlets located landside and airside.
- Landside cafes offer coffee, sandwiches, and soft drinks near the main entrance.
- Airside departures areas contain snack bars providing cold beverages, pastries, and light meals.
- Options may be reduced outside the primary summer tourist season.
Lounges & rest
A lounge facility is available airside for eligible passengers and paid entry.
- Located in the departures area past security screening.
- Provides comfortable seating, light refreshments, and flight status displays.
- Access is subject to airline status, class of travel, or independent lounge pass schemes.
Airport hotels
There are no hotel facilities directly attached to the airport, but numerous accommodation options sit within a short driving distance.
- Multiple hotels and guesthouses are located within a two-kilometre radius of the airport.
- Most accommodations in Mykonos can organise airport pickup services upon request.
- Arranging transfers in advance is recommended during peak summer months.
Baggage & customs
Standard baggage claim procedures operate inside the single terminal building.
- Luggage carousels are located immediately past the immigration area for international non-Schengen arrivals, or directly accessible for domestic/Schengen flights.
- Baggage trolleys are available inside the arrivals area.
- For items lost inside the terminal or on luggage carousels, contact the airport ground handling services or airport police.
Family & accessibility
Basic essential amenities for passengers travelling with children are provided inside the terminal.
- Baby changing facilities are integrated into designated restrooms in landside and airside zones.
- Strollers are carried directly to baggage claim if checked at the gate, or reclaimed on the luggage belt depending on airline policy.
Facilities
- ATMs
- Car Rental Desks
- Cafes and Snack Bars
- Duty-Free Shop
- First Aid Post
- Information Desk
- VIP Lounge
- Baby Changing Facilities
Emergency & safety
Local emergency number: 112
- The primary emergency telephone number throughout Greece is 112 (European Emergency Number).
- For urgent medical assistance within the terminal, notify airport security staff or visit the airport first aid station.
- The Hellenic Police maintain a presence at the airport for passport and security matters.
Before you leave home
- Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
- Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
- Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
- Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
- Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
- Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
- Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
- Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.
Official sources
Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.
- Mykonos Airport Official WebsiteOfficial airport source
- Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) - Greek CustomsGovernment source
- KTEL Mykonos Local Bus OperatorOfficial transit source
- General Secretariat for Civil ProtectionGovernment source
Guide last reviewed October 28, 2026
Airport information can change. Verify terminal assignments, schedules, fares, entry requirements and operating hours with the official provider before travel.
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