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Is a 1 hr layover in Athens long enough?

HEW · Athinai · Athens, China
Probably Enough

Yes, 1 hour is probably enough for a layover at HEW (Athens).

Meets the international-domestic MCT and gives buffer for the single security checkpoint.
Quick Stats
Concourses
3
Max Transit
15m
Avg. Security
12m
Primary Hub
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Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
40min
✓
Domestic → International
50min
✓
International → Domestic
60min
tight
International → International
45min
✓
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Tips for 1 hr Connections
Head straight to the transfer desk if arriving internationally, since re-screening for domestic connections adds time.
Keep boarding passes and passports on hand together, as the customs checkpoint checks both before the domestic concourse.
Avoid tight connections during the morning 6-9am bank, when the single security lane backs up quickly.
Use the central corridor's signage carefully, as gate numbering isn't always sequential between concourses.
If your layover exceeds two hours, the small dining area near the Main Terminal is your best option before security lines grow.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
Getting Between Concourses
All concourses connect via a single central corridor system, so passengers simply walk between gates with no trains or shuttles required. Passengers transferring from international arrivals to domestic departures must pass through a secondary security and customs checkpoint, which is the main bottleneck.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1 hour enough for a layover at Athinai (HEW)?

Meets the international-domestic MCT and gives buffer for the single security checkpoint.

What is the minimum connection time at HEW?

Minimum connection times at Athinai: Domestic-to-Domestic is 40 minutes, International-to-International is 45 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 1 hour connection at HEW on an international flight?

1 hour clears the 45-minute international minimum connection time at Athinai, but you should still head directly to your gate. All concourses connect via a single central corridor system, so passengers simply walk between gates with no trains or shuttles required. Passengers transferring from international arrivals to domestic departures must pass through a secondary security and customs checkpoint, which is the main bottleneck.

What happens if I miss my connection at HEW?

If you miss your connection, proceed immediately to the airline transfer desk in the Main Terminal, as there is no dedicated rebooking counter per concourse.

Other Layover Durations at HEW
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