Tanagra : introduction
Tanagra Air Base is open to military air traffic.
Located 18.8 km north-east of Tanagra by car, it can accommodate helicopters of all types, light jets, midsize jets, long-range jets, heavy jets, turboprops and commercial aircraft.
AEROAFFAIRES tells you everything you need to know about planning your next flight from Tanagra Air Base.
History of Tanagra Airport
- 1939 – 1950 : the base is used as a supplementary airfield. After this period it becomes the main base of the Hellenic Air Force.
- 1975 – 2003 : French fighter aircraft, Dassault Mirage F1CG, are operated from Tanagra.
- Since 2017 : the air base becomes an annual venue for Athens Flying Week.
- January 2022 : the base welcomes its first 6 Dassault Raffale F3R fighters.
Tanagra airport has a runway.
Tanagra Airport contact details
- Airport Code : LGTG
- Latitude : 38° 20′ 23.45″ N
- Longitude : 23° 33′ 53.85″ E
- Altitude : 148 m.
- Runway length : 2,990 m.
This airport can accommodate private aircraft.
Location & access to Tanagra Air Base
- Address : Αεροπορική Βάση Τανάγρας 114 Πτέρυγα Μάχης, Unnamed Road, Tanagra 320 09, Greece
- Coordinates : 38° 20′ 23.45″ North / 23° 33′ 53.85″ East
- Altitude : 148 m
Located 18.8 km north-east of Tanagra, it will take you about 23 minutes to reach it by car from the town.
If you wish, AEROAFFAIRES can take care of your transfer by hiring a car with a private driver.
Recommendations on the airport's surroundings
During your stay in the Greek town, hotels and guest houses are available to accommodate you. However, AEROAFFAIRES recommends that you book a room at the Negroponte Resort Eretria S.A., located approximately 34 minutes from the airport.
