Greece Air Traffic: All Flights Canceled
- Many airports across Greece are experiencing closures for both arrivals and departures due to technical errors, as reported by multiple sources on Sunday.
- Air traffic control is assisting aircraft already in flight and those scheduled to land in Greece.
- A critical radio frequency system used by air traffic control in athens and Macedonia is currently out of order, Kathimerini reported.
Flights Disrupted in Greece Due too Technical Issues
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Updated January 4, 2026, 11:21:35 AM EST
Widespread airport Closures
Many airports across Greece are experiencing closures for both arrivals and departures due to technical errors, as reported by multiple sources on Sunday. Kathimerini and Reuters are among teh outlets reporting the disruptions.
Air traffic control is assisting aircraft already in flight and those scheduled to land in Greece. The issues stem from problems with radio frequencies, according to B.T., a Danish news publication.
Radio Frequency System Failure
A critical radio frequency system used by air traffic control in athens and Macedonia is currently out of order, Kathimerini reported. This system is essential as all aircraft entering or leaving Greek airspace must communicate with the air traffic control center.
All departures were canceled on Sunday at Athens International Airport and at several regional airports. Authorities have taken measures to ensure the safe landing of planes already in the air.
Seeking Assistance
Travelers stranded in Greece can contact Nettavisen for assistance via email.