Samos Airport — Samos Island, Greece
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereSamos Airport in Samos Island uses the IATA code SMI, with LGSM as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from SMI
Samos Airport
Samos Airport, identified by the code SMI, serves the Greek island of Samos in the eastern Aegean Sea, located close to the Turkish coast. The airport handles both domestic flights from Athens and seasonal international charters bringing tourists to the island's beaches, ancient ruins, and vineyards, as Samos is historically famous for its sweet Muscat wine. Samos was also the birthplace of the mathematician Pythagoras, adding to its cultural draw for visitors. SMI features a single runway situated along the coastline, and passenger traffic peaks significantly during the summer tourist season before dropping off considerably in winter months.
Runways at Samos Airport (SMI)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6706 ft (2044 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASPH |
Radio frequencies for Samos Airport (SMI)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | RDO | 563.7 MHz |
| APP | APP | 122.1 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near Samos Airport (SMI)
- Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB) — 70.3 km (43.7 mi)
- Milas Bodrum International Airport (BJV) — 82.5 km (51.3 mi)
- Çiğli Airbase (IGL) — 91.9 km (57.1 mi)
- Chios Island National Airport (JKH) — 99.2 km (61.6 mi)
- Kos International Airport "Ippokratis" (KGS) — 100.8 km (62.6 mi)
- Mykonos Island National Airport (JMK) — 140.7 km (87.4 mi)
- Mytilene International Airport (MJT) — 154.5 km (96.0 mi)
- Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" (RHO) — 176.8 km (109.9 mi)
SMI is Samos Airport on the Greek island of Samos, handling seasonal tourist charters and domestic flights to this Aegean island famed for Muscat wine and its Pythagorean heritage.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Samos Airport?
The IATA code for Samos Airport is SMI.
What is the ICAO code for Samos Airport?
The ICAO code for Samos Airport is LGSM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.