Greece — Flight Compensation Rights
EC261 in Greece — passenger rights at ATH, SKG, and beyond
Greece is one of Europe's top tourism destinations and a major aviation hub. If your flight departed Athens, Thessaloniki, or any Greek airport — or you arrived into Greece on an EU carrier — EC261 applies. Up to €600 for 3+ hour delays.
Maximum compensation
€600
per passenger, per flight
Compensation amounts in Greece
EC261 applies to all flights departing Greek airports and to flights arriving into Greece on EU/EEA-licensed carriers. Greece is a major tourism hub with Athens and Thessaloniki serving as key gateways. The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) oversees aviation and EC261 compliance.
Tier 1
Up to 1,500 km
Short-haul
€250
Tier 2
1,500–3,500 km
Medium-haul
€400
Tier 3
Over 3,500 km
Long-haul
€600
Claim time limit: 2 years
Greek law provides a 2-year limitation period for passenger contract claims. The clock runs from the date of the disruption.
Who enforces your rights in Greece
National enforcement authority
Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA)
HCAA handles aviation regulation and can investigate EC261 complaints. Claims escalate to Greek courts (πρωτοδικείο). There is no formal ADR scheme, but Greek courts are accessible.
Key airports in Greece
All flights departing these airports are covered by EC261.
Airlines covered in Greece
These carriers operate EC261-covered flights from Greece's airports.
What makes Greece different
Country-specific legal nuances that affect how you claim.
Tourism hub dynamics — summer disruptions common
Greece is one of Europe's top tourism destinations. Summer months see concentrated traffic, and disruptions (weather, congestion) are more common. Any airline claims of extraordinary circumstances should account for seasonal predictability.
Aegean Airlines — Greece's primary carrier
Aegean Airlines is Greece's largest full-service carrier and primary hub operator at Athens. Aegean claims may settle faster due to established legal processes.
Greek courts are accessible and efficient
Greek courts (πρωτοδικείο) are accessible for EC261 claims. Court procedures are straightforward and claims typically resolve within 6–9 months.
How to claim in Greece
Greek EC261 claims escalate directly from the airline to Greek courts (πρωτοδικείο). Greek courts are efficient and claimant-friendly.
Submit your claim
Tell us your flight details and we'll assess your entitlement under EC261 — no upfront cost.
Escalate if needed
If the airline rejects your claim, file in the appropriate Greek court (πρωτοδικείο) with jurisdiction. Court fees are modest (€25–€50).
Receive your compensation
HCAA can be contacted to report systemic non-compliance, but this does not recover your compensation. Court action is the primary enforcement mechanism.
Frequently asked questions — Greece
Does EC261 apply to all flights from Greek airports?
Yes — all flights departing Greece, regardless of airline nationality. Arriving flights are covered if the airline is EU-registered.
How long do I have to claim from Greece?
2 years under Greek law, running from the date of the disruption.
Is Greece a major tourism hub?
Yes — Greece is one of Europe's top tourism destinations. Summer disruptions are more common due to seasonal traffic concentration.
How do I file a court claim in Greece?
File in the appropriate Greek court (πρωτοδικείο) with jurisdiction. Greek courts accept claims and procedures are straightforward.
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