Back to newsA fire broke out near Athens International Airport in Spata, causing disruptions to flight operations, including routes to and from Crete. Passengers traveling between Crete and Athens may experience delays or cancellations as a result. If you are flying into or out of Heraklion or Chania airports with a connection through Athens, contact your airline directly for the latest updates on your flight status. Allow extra time at the airport and monitor official airline communications before heading to check-in. Travelers already in Crete are not affected on the ground, but those with onward journeys through Athens should verify their connections. The situation is ongoing and conditions may change quickly.
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