Olympic Air

Q: What are Olympic Air's airline codes?

Olympic Air's IATA code is OA , its ICAO code is OAL , and its callsign is OLYMPIC .

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Olympic Air is a Greek regional airline and part of the AEGEAN group, flying turboprops between Athens, Thessaloniki and the Greek islands. This guide covers its hubs, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, Miles+Bonus and airport transportation.

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Aircraft: 19
Destinations: ATH, SKG
Hubs

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The airline

About Olympic Air

Schedules, aircraft assignments and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with Olympic Air before travel.

Official name: Olympic Air S.A.
Callsign: OLYMPIC
Country: Greece
Founded: 2009 (first flights 29 September 2009)
Parent company: AEGEAN Airlines
Head office: Athens International Airport, Spata, Greece
Alliance: None (parent AEGEAN is a Star Alliance member)
Frequent-flyer program: Miles+Bonus (AEGEAN group program)
Official website: olympicair.com

Olympic Air is a Greek regional airline that began flying on 29 September 2009. The company, Olympic Air S.A., is headquartered at Athens International Airport in Spata and has been a wholly owned subsidiary of AEGEAN Airlines since 2013. It is not a member of an airline alliance; its parent AEGEAN belongs to Star Alliance.

Its main base is Athens International Airport, with a second base in Thessaloniki and a regional operation from Rhodes. Under its own OA flight numbers it serves about 19 airports in Greece, many of them small island airports such as Paros, Naxos, Milos, Skiathos, Karpathos and Kastellorizo. Olympic Air aircraft also fly some domestic routes sold under AEGEAN (A3) flight numbers.

The fleet of about 18 turboprops is made up of ATR 72-600, ATR 42-600 and De Havilland Dash 8-100 aircraft.

Network

Where Olympic Air flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season. Many Olympic Air flights are also sold under AEGEAN (A3) flight numbers, and some AEGEAN flights are operated by Olympic Air aircraft; check the "operated by" line when you book.

From Athens

Island and regional routes including Paros, Naxos, Milos, Zakynthos, Skiathos, Skyros, Kythira, Ikaria, Leros, Karpathos and Sitia.

From Thessaloniki

Flights to Chios, Limnos and Samos in the northern and eastern Aegean.

Dodecanese and Crete

Short hops from Rhodes to Karpathos and Kastellorizo, and between Karpathos, Kasos and Sitia.

Island connections

A link between Limnos and Ikaria.

Aircraft

Olympic Air fleet

Olympic Air flies an all-turboprop fleet of about 18 aircraft, suited to the short runways of Greek island airports. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

ATR 72-600

The main type in the fleet, with about 72 seats, used on most routes from Athens and Thessaloniki.

ATR 42-600

A smaller ATR with about 46 seats for lower-demand island routes.

De Havilland Dash 8-100

A 37-seat turboprop used on the shortest island runways, such as Kastellorizo.

On board

Olympic Air cabin classes

Olympic Air turboprops have a single economy cabin. What is included depends on the fare family chosen at booking.

Economy Light

The most restrictive fare, with one cabin item and no checked bag included.

Economy Flex and Family

Fares with more change options, a personal item plus a carry-on bag, and no checked bag included.

Economy ComfortFlex and Saver

Fares that include one checked bag along with a personal item and a carry-on bag.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

Olympic Air baggage allowances depend on the fare family and on Miles+Bonus or Star Alliance status.

Carry-on

Economy Light allows one item: a personal item or a carry-on bag. Other fares allow a personal item plus one carry-on bag of up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm and 8 kg.

Checked baggage

Light, Flex and Family fares do not include a checked bag. ComfortFlex and Saver fares include one bag of up to 23 kg. The sum of length, width and height must not exceed 158 cm.

Special items

Sports equipment, pets, oversized items and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official Olympic Air baggage page before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Online check-in on olympicair.com opens 48 hours before departure. In Athens, airport check-in closes 40 minutes before departure and the boarding gate closes 15 minutes before departure.

1 Confirm
Confirm the operating airline, airport and flight number.
2 Documents
Carry a valid passport or accepted ID card for your flight.
3 Check in
Check in online or in the app as soon as it opens.
4 Boarding pass
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop and security, and be at the gate at least 30 minutes before departure.

Lounges

Olympic Air does not run lounges under its own name. AEGEAN lounges are available at Athens International Airport; access depends on fare, Miles+Bonus or Star Alliance status and itinerary. Check the location and opening hours before you travel.

Loyalty program

Olympic Air flights earn miles in Miles+Bonus, the AEGEAN group's loyalty program. Members earn on Olympic Air, AEGEAN and partner flights and redeem miles for flights and upgrades. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use Olympic Air's official services:

Olympic Air website

olympicair.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status

Manage booking

Use Manage booking on olympicair.com to see schedule changes and download your boarding pass

Where you land

Olympic Air airports

Olympic Air flies from Athens and Thessaloniki, with a regional operation from Rhodes to nearby Dodecanese islands. Check the airport on your ticket before you book a transfer.

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport Hub

ATH · Athens

Olympic Air's main base and the starting point for most of its island flights. All check-in takes place in the airport's main terminal building.

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Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport Hub

SKG · Thessaloniki

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Chios Island National Airport

JKH · Chios

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Naxos Island National Airport

JNX · Naxos

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Skiathos International Airport

JSI · Skiathos

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Santorini International Airport

JTR · Santorini

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Paros National Airport

PAS · Paros

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Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras"

RHO · Rhodes

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Samos International Airport

SMI · Samos

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Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos

ZTH · Zakynthos

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Thessaloniki Makedonia Airport

A base in northern Greece with Olympic Air flights to islands in the northern and eastern Aegean, including Chios, Limnos and Samos.

Other bases

Rhodes Diagoras Airport is a regional base for flights to Karpathos and Kastellorizo, with onward service between Karpathos, Kasos and Sitia in Crete.

Ground transport

Airport transportation for Olympic Air passengers

Public transport, authorized taxis, shared shuttles or a pre-booked private transfer. Arriving long-haul or with a lot of luggage is the case for booking ahead: fixed price, and a driver in arrivals with your name on a sign.

Book from ATH →Book from SKG →Book from JKH →Book from JNX →Book from JSI →Book from JTR →Book from PAS →Book from RHO →Book from SMI →Book from ZTH →

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Questions

Olympic Air FAQs

What are Olympic Air's airline codes?

Olympic Air's IATA code is OA, its ICAO code is OAL, and its callsign is OLYMPIC.

What is Olympic Air's main hub?

Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). Thessaloniki (SKG) is a second base, and Rhodes (RHO) serves as a regional base.

Is Olympic Air part of an airline alliance?

No. Olympic Air is not an alliance member. Its parent company, AEGEAN Airlines, is a member of Star Alliance.

Who owns Olympic Air?

Olympic Air is a wholly owned subsidiary of AEGEAN Airlines.

What is Olympic Air's frequent-flyer program?

Miles+Bonus, the loyalty program of the AEGEAN group.

Which terminal does Olympic Air use in Athens?

Athens International Airport has one main terminal building, where all check-in takes place. Check the screens for your check-in area and gate.

Does Olympic Air fly to Paros and Naxos?

Yes. Olympic Air flies from Athens to both Paros (PAS) and Naxos (JNX).

Does Olympic Air fly to Zakynthos?

Yes. Olympic Air flies between Athens and Zakynthos (ZTH).

Does Olympic Air fly to Cancún?

No. Olympic Air flies within Greece and does not serve Mexico or North America.

When does Olympic Air online check-in open?

Online check-in opens 48 hours before the scheduled departure. In Athens, airport check-in closes 40 minutes before departure.

How big can my Olympic Air carry-on be?

A carry-on bag can measure up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm and weigh up to 8 kg. Economy Light fares allow only one cabin item.

Is Airport Transportation affiliated with Olympic Air?

No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Olympic Air.

Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.

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