Nea Anchialos National Airport – VOL Volos
Nea Anchialos National Airport with code VOL is located in Volos, Greece. The airport is within the proximity of Nea Anchialos. The airport is also called Volos Central Greece Airport or Volos Nea Anchialos Airport of Central Greece. The airport is known to link the town of Volos to the rest of Greece and Europe. The airport is known to have the second-longest commercial runway in the country. The town of Volos is the first European city that features Seaplane Service. Argo Airways is based on this airport. The seaplanes are connecting the town to other nearby Greek cities like Skiathos and Skopelos.
Best Time to Visit
Nea Anchialos National Airport is residing 25 m above the sea level. The airport features one runway made from asphalt surface which measures about 9052 ft by 148 ft. Over the years, the airport will see major renovations and upgrade to further increase passengers and accommodate more flights. Currently, the airport has only one terminal. The airport is serving the cities of Hania and Markynitsa.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are quite a number of hotels in Volos and some of them are near the airport. The Domotel Xenia Volou is a 5-star hotel and about 20 minutes drive from the airport. This accommodation can be considered as a resort in the city of Volos. There is a fine dining restaurant within the vicinity of the hotel. The stylish rooms have free wifi. Guests have access to the spa for free. Minelska Hotel is a 4-star hotel that is 30 minutes away from the airport. The hotel is also nearby the beach. The hotel was once a mansion that was restored and decorated. Volos Palace is an excellent accommodation that is also restored to offer modern accommodation. It has a panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea.
Nearby airports include the Larisa National Airport (LRA) and the Skiathos International Airport (JSI).