Sitia Airport (JSH)
Crete Island, GR 🇬🇷 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
LGST
IATA
JSH
Elevation
376 ft
Region
GR-M
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GPS Code: LGST
Local Code: Not available
Location: 35.216099° N, 26.101299° E
Continent: Europe
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Sitia Airport (JSH) offers 5 flight routes operated by 3 airlines. Major carriers include Olympic Air, Sky Express and Aegean Airlines. Popular destinations from Crete Island include Athens Int'l, Eleftherios Venizelos, Alexandroupolis Int'l, Dimokritos (Democritus), Kassos Island Public and Aktion National (Lefkada).
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens Int'l, Eleftherios Venizelos | ATH |
Athens | AT72 | Olympic Air | 4 flights · 223 mi | |
| Kassos Island Public | KSJ |
Kasos (Kassos) | AT43 | Olympic Air | 3 flights · 48 mi | |
| Athens Int'l, Eleftherios Venizelos | ATH |
Athens | A320 | Aegean Airlines | 1 flight · 223 mi | |
| Aktion National (Lefkada) | PVK |
Preveza | AT43 | SEH | 1 flight · 390 mi | |
| Alexandroupolis Int'l, Dimokritos (Democritus) | AXD |
Alexandroupolis | AT43 | SEH | 1 flight · 390 mi |
Top Airlines
Operating at Sitia AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Olympic Air
OAL
/ OA
|
2 | 7 | 2 | May 9, 2026 |
Sky Express
SEH
/ GQ
|
2 | 2 | 2 | Feb 24, 2026 |
Aegean Airlines
AEE
/ A3
|
1 | 1 | 1 | Aug 13, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
05/23 |
6804 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | RDO | 563.7 MHz |
| AFIS | INFO | 122.6 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are readily available directly outside the airport terminal, especially after scheduled flight arrivals. The ride to Sitia town is very short, typically taking only 5-10 minutes. Fares are metered, but it's advisable to confirm the estimated cost with the driver before your journey.
Rental Cars
Several car rental agencies, including international brands (like Hertz, Avis, Sixt) and local Cretan companies, have service desks located within the arrivals area of the terminal. Pre-booking your vehicle online is highly recommended, especially during the peak tourist season, to secure better rates and ensure availability.
Public Transportation
There is no direct public bus (KTEL) service from Sitia Airport. To use the public bus network, you must first take a taxi to the main KTEL bus station in Sitia town. From the town's station, you can catch buses to other destinations in eastern Crete, such as Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra, and Heraklion.
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