The Lesvos airport, also known as the Odysseas Elytis International Airport, is the main airport serving the island of Lesvos in Greece. It is located about 6 km from the city of Mytilene and serves both domestic and international flights. If you are planning to rent a vehicle upon your arrival at the Lesvos airport, here are the different ways to reach/leave the airport.
The most convenient way to reach/leave the Lesvos airport is by car. The airport is easily accessible via the Epar.Od. Mitilinis-Kallonis road and there are several car rental agencies located at the airport. You can also book a rental car in advance through our website to ensure a hassle-free experience.
There is a public bus service that connects the Lesvos airport to the city of Mytilene. The bus operates every 30 minutes and the journey takes about 15 minutes. However, if you have heavy luggage, this may not be the most convenient option for you.
Taxis are available outside the arrivals hall of the Lesvos airport. The journey to Mytilene city center takes about 10 minutes and the fare is around 15 euros. You can also pre-book a taxi service to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey.
Some hotels and resorts in Lesvos offer shuttle services to and from the airport for their guests. It is advisable to check with your accommodation beforehand if they provide such services.
If you are planning to rent a vehicle and need to park your car at the airport, there are several parking options available near the Lesvos airport.
There is a short-term parking lot located just outside the terminal building. It is ideal for dropping off or picking up passengers and the first 20 minutes of parking is free of charge.
For those who need to park their car for a longer period, there is a long-term parking lot located about 300 meters from the terminal building. The parking rates are affordable and the lot is well-secured.
If you have rented a vehicle, most car rental agencies have designated parking spaces for their customers at the airport. Make sure to check with your rental agency for their specific parking instructions.
If you are planning to rent a vehicle upon your arrival at the Lesvos airport, here are some practical and useful information for a smooth and hassle-free experience.
In order to rent a car in Greece, you must be at least 21 years old and have held a valid driver's license for at least one year. However, some rental agencies may have higher age requirements, so it is advisable to check with them beforehand.
When renting a vehicle, you will need to present a valid driver's license, a credit card in the name of the main driver, and a valid form of identification (passport or ID card).
Most rental agencies offer additional insurance options for an extra fee. It is advisable to carefully read through the terms and conditions and choose the insurance options that best suit your needs.
With this information in hand, you are now ready to rent a vehicle and explore the beautiful island of Lesvos. Have a safe and enjoyable trip!
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Near the Lesvos Airport agency (Greece), you will find the agencies in :
Lesvos Centre-ville (at 3.72km),
Lesvos Port (at 3.72km),
Mytilini Centre-ville (at 3.72km),
Ayvalik Downtown (at 18.63km),
Lesvos Hôtel Skala Kalonis Pasiphae (at 23.02km),
Lesvos Skala Kalonis Malemi (at 23.05km),
Lesvos Petra (at 29.13km),
Lesvos Molyvos (at 31.01km),
Skala Eresou Downtown (at 36.09km),
Lesvos Eressos (at 36.36km),
Balikesir Körfez Airport (at 41.38km),
Edremit Ayvalik Balikesir Korfez Airport (at 41.65km),
Balikesir-edremit (at 43.68km),
But also other agencies available nearby :
Balikesir car rental (at 17.5km)
Mytilini car rental (at 20.03km)
Skala Kalonis car rental (at 21.45km)
Molyvos Village car rental (at 29.2km)
Skala Eresou car rental (at 34.88km)
Bostanci car rental (at 40.68km)
Edremit car rental (at 40.96km)
Edremit/balikesir car rental (at 42.91km)
Cesme car rental (at 54.06km)
Alsancak, Izmir car rental (at 54.62km)
Chios car rental (at 55.37km)
Karfas car rental (at 57.49km)
Alsancak/izmir car rental (at 60.51km)