Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time55 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Private charter between Athens and Samos starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Athens (ATH) ⇄ Samos (SMI) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Athens and Samos lie approximately 262 km apart (163 mi / 142 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Athens–Samos spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 55 min | 50 min – 1h 01m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 46 min | 41 min – 51 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 55 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 53 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 46 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 45 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 44 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Athens–Samos charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Athens, Greece: Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and Tatoi Airport.
Samos, Greece: Samos Airport and Selçuk Efes Airport.
| Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Samos Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LGAV / ATH | LGSM / SMI |
| Longest hard runway | 13,123 ft | 6,706 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 308 ft | 19 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Athens to Samos can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Samos Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,706 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 706 ft to spare. The leg is 262 km.
Alternates within range: Tatoi Airport (5,311 ft, 24 km) · Superior Air Helipad · Evelpidon Heliport · Afidnai Heliport · Selçuk Efes Airport (5,151 ft, 47 km) · Ikaria Airport (4,551 ft, 50 km) · Leros Airport (3,320 ft, 57 km) · Agathonisi Heliport
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Athens–Samos, confirmed once we check live availability.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Athens–Samos is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 55 min gate to gate over 262 km (163 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Athens–Samos departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.