Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport (AXD) is about 54.9 km from Olympos Hotel in Komotini. For public transport, travel first from the airport to Alexandroupoli, then take a KTEL bus to Komotini; allow time to make the connection and confirm current services before setting off.
- Airport location: about 7.0 km east of Alexandroupoli, in northeastern Greece.
- Public-transport route: airport to Alexandroupoli, then Alexandroupoli to Komotini by KTEL.
- KTEL journey: the Alexandroupoli–Komotini trip takes 1 hour 10 minutes and covers 65 km.
Where Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport Is
Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport sits about 7.0 km east of Alexandroupoli, in the Evros region of northeastern Greece. The airport is accessible by the E90 national road and Egnatia Road, and its IATA code is AXD.
The airport takes its name from Democritus, the ancient philosopher born in Avdira, near Xanthi. Its terminal and administration buildings were completed in 2011; the terminal covers more than 8,500 m². These details can help you identify the right airport when arranging your journey to Komotini.
How do you get from the airport to Komotini?
The public-transport route involves two legs: get from the airport to Alexandroupoli, then travel from Alexandroupoli Central Bus Station to Komotini Bus Station. The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority describes bus and taxi links between the airport and Alexandroupoli, but does not give a timetable or direct fare for an airport-to-Komotini service.
Airport bus, then KTEL
The airport bus starts in front of the terminal. The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority describes an hourly service between Plateia Eleftherias in Alexandroupoli and the airport, taking about 20 minutes and costing about €0.90.
From Alexandroupoli, buses run from Alexandroupoli Central Bus Station (KTEL Evrou), at Eleftheriou Venizelou and Karaoli Dimitriou, to Komotini Bus Station (KTEL Rodopis), at 36 Georgiou Papandreou Street.
The KTEL journey takes 1 hour 10 minutes and covers 65 km. The route follows the Egnatia Odos (A2)/E90 corridor, with intermediate stops at Makri, Mesti and Sapes. Leave enough time between legs to get from the airport bus stop to the central bus station; the available facts do not specify that transfer time.
Taxi to Alexandroupoli, then KTEL
A taxi offers another way to reach Alexandroupoli before boarding the intercity bus. The airport-to-Alexandroupoli taxi ride takes about 10 minutes and costs about €10. Alexandroupoli Radio Taxi can be reached at +30 25510 33500. You would still need to travel from Alexandroupoli Central Bus Station to Komotini by KTEL.
For bus-route information around the airport, contact Astiko KTEL at +30 22510 28844. For the intercity route, KTEL Evrou can be reached at +30 25510 26479, +30 25510 24930 or +30 25510 26480; KTEL Rodopis can be reached at +30 25310 22912, +30 25310 23000 or +30 25310 22915.
What to Check Before You Set Off
Confirm the airport connection and the Alexandroupoli–Komotini bus separately before you travel. Service times and fares can change, and the airport authority does not publish a direct airport-to-Komotini timetable or fare.
KTEL fares are €7.50 one way, €3.75 for students and youth, or €12.00 return. Treat these as details to verify before travel rather than assuming they will apply when you arrive.
For current airport and route information, check the official site before you go: consult the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority for airport connections and the relevant KTEL operator for the Komotini bus.
For the wider arrival journey into town, see the guide to Komotini station and the city centre. Once you are settled, the one-day Komotini itinerary on foot can help you plan time around the centre.
Getting from Komotini Centre to the Hotel
The listed arrival point is Komotini Bus Station (KTEL Rodopis), at 36 Georgiou Papandreou Street.
For a base near the centre, see Olympos Hotel.
FAQs
Is there a direct bus from Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport to Komotini?
The airport authority describes connections between the airport and Alexandroupoli, but does not provide a direct airport-to-Komotini timetable or fare. The listed public-transport option is to connect through Alexandroupoli.
How long is the KTEL bus journey from Alexandroupoli to Komotini?
The journey takes 1 hour 10 minutes, with stops at Makri, Mesti and Sapes.
Where does the KTEL bus arrive in Komotini?
The arrival terminal is Komotini Bus Station (KTEL Rodopis), at 36 Georgiou Papandreou Street.
What is the airport code for Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport?
Its IATA code is AXD.