Nea Anchialos National Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
VOL
ICAO Code
LGBL
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Nea Anchialos (serving Volos and the Thessaly region) is a small regional airport with a single passenger terminal handling domestic and seasonal international flights. It serves the central Greece coast and nearby tourist resorts rather than acting as a major hub. The layout is compact: one terminal building with check-in, arrivals and departures areas in the same structure, short walking distances and a single runway.

Nea Anchialos National Airport
Elevation: 25 m
39.2196, 22.7943

Terminal Guide for Nea Anchialos National Airport #

The airport has a single, compact passenger terminal where check-in, security and arrivals are handled in one building. Facilities are limited compared with larger Greek airports - expect basic passenger services and short walking distances between curbside and gates.

Getting to and From Nea Anchialos National Airport #

The airport is best reached by road; journey time to Volos is roughly 20-30 minutes by car depending on traffic. Public transport is limited outside peak season: taxis and private transfers are the most reliable option. Car hire is the easiest way to reach smaller coastal towns and villages. If you plan to use buses, check local timetables in advance as services are often seasonal and timed to flights.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Nea Anchialos National Airport #

The terminal offers basic passenger facilities suitable for short regional flights. Food and drink options are limited to a small cafe or kiosk; most dining choices are in Volos. Wi‑Fi availability is limited - bring data or check with your airline. There are short‑stay and longer‑term parking areas outside the terminal. Accessibility: the terminal is compact with step‑free access, but request assistance from your airline in advance if required.

Hotels and Layovers at Nea Anchialos National Airport #

There are no large airport hotels at Nea Anchialos; accommodation is concentrated in Volos and nearby coastal resorts. For overnight stays or long layovers, book in Volos (20-30 minutes by car) or along the coast. Search for hotels in Volos or Almyros; many properties provide airport transfers on request.

Tips for Nea Anchialos National Airport #

  • Pre-book ground transport in low season. Public connections are limited outside peak summer months and taxis can be scarce late at night.
  • Expect a small terminal. Services are limited - if you need special assistance or specific facilities (e.g. oversized-baggage handling), contact your carrier in advance.
  • Car is the easiest way to reach Volos/nearby resorts. If you’re planning onward travel, renting a car or arranging a transfer is the most reliable option.

Weather & Climate near Nea Anchialos National Airport #

Climate

Nea Anchialos National Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 53 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
44°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.2h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.7h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 13 mm and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.5h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

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