# Greek taxi fare increases

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-taxi-fare-increases
> Updated: 2026-09-16T10:58:54.000Z. Sources: 29. Developments: 2.

Greece has implemented a new pricing structure for taxi routes connecting major airports to urban centers. Following negotiations between the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport and industry representatives, including the Athens Taxi Drivers Union (SATA) and the Panhellenic Federation of Taxi Owners (POEIATA), fixed fares for airport transfers have increased in both Athens and Thessaloniki.

In Athens, the fare from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport to the city center rose to 50 euros for single tariffs, with nighttime rates (00:00 to 05:00) increasing to 65 euros. In Thessaloniki, the fixed Macedonia Airport route fare increased from 25 to 28 euros for single tariffs and from 35 to 38 euros for double tariffs. Additionally, the hourly rate for taxi waiting time rose from 15 to 20 euros, and the maximum agreed waiting fare between drivers and passengers increased from 25 to 40 euros. These changes took effect following their publication in the Government Gazette (FEK).

SATA and POEIATA stated the adjustments are necessary for “economic sustainability” due to rising costs for fuel, maintenance, insurance, and taxes. While welcoming the decision, the unions noted they will continue to advocate for a new operational framework for the industry in Attica. Ministry sources clarified that the basic taxi tariff (single and double) and the minimum charge of 4 euros remain unchanged.

## Claims

- The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport negotiated the new taxi pricing with industry representatives. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The fixed fare from Athens International Airport to the city center will increase from 40 to 50 euros. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Nighttime taxi fares (00:00 to 05:00) from Athens International Airport to the city center will increase from 55 to 65 euros. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The fixed fare from Thessaloniki Airport to the city center will increase from 28 to 38 euros. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The hourly rate for taxi waiting time will increase from 15 to 20 euros. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Athens Taxi Drivers Union (SATA) stated the price adjustment is necessary for the economic sustainability of drivers due to rising operational costs. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-16: Greece taxi fares to increase for airport routes

Taxi fares for routes between Greece's major airports and city centers are increasing. Athens airport transfers will rise to €50, while Thessaloniki rates will increase to €28.

27 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-taxi-fares-increase-for-airport-routes

### 2026-08-29: Athens taxi driver arrested for allegedly robbing tourists

A taxi driver in Athens was arrested for allegedly threatening a tourist family and forcing them to pay 600 euros for a trip that should have cost approximately 55 euros.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/athens-taxi-driver-arrested-for-allegedly-robbing-tourists

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