Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines: Greece's Premier Sky Carrier

Founded in 1995 and launching scheduled flights in 1999, Aegean Airlines has soared to become Greece's flag carrier and largest airline by fleet, passengers, and destinations. Headquartered in Athens, it joined Star Alliance in 2010, enhancing its global connectivity. With main hubs at Athens International Airport (ATH) and Thessaloniki's Macedonia Airport (SKG), Aegean serves 161 destinations across 44 countries, including 31 domestic Greek routes and 130 international ones spanning Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond.

What sets Aegean apart is its unwavering commitment to premium full-service quality on short- and medium-haul flights. Certified as a 4-Star Airline by Skytrax, it has clinched 'Best Regional Airline in Europe' for 14 consecutive years (as of 2025), thanks to its exceptionally young all-Airbus fleet—averaging just 8.3 years old—one of Europe's youngest. Passengers rave about friendly, efficient cabin crews, tasty Greek-inspired meals, spotless cabins, and reliable on-time performance (4.5/5 average). Free Wi-Fi on newer aircraft, Miles+Bonus loyalty program, and a stunning livery evoking Greek seas and skies add distinctive flair.

Post-merger with Olympic Air in 2013, Aegean dominates domestic travel while expanding internationally via codeshares. Safety is impeccable (7/7 AirlineRatings), and its modern A320/A321neo family ensures comfort and efficiency. Despite occasional economy legroom gripes on short hops, value shines through competitive fares and superior service, making Aegean the top choice for island-hopping, Mediterranean escapes, and European getaways.