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.
Practical information about Tanagra air base
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
Where to stay in Tanagra?
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.
