Skip to main content
Reference data only — not for flight planning or navigation. Verify with official sources (AIP, NOTAMs, ATC). Full disclaimer

Aristarchos of Samos (LGSM/SMI) — Samos, Greece

Aristarchos of Samos (LGSM/SMI) serves Samos, Greece. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (09/27). Field elevation is 19 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

This information may contain errors or be outdated. Create a free account to suggest corrections and earn points.
79% Data Complete 41 of 52 points
Missing: Operations, Contacts
Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 8/10
Observed Activity · Jul 22
2 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 09:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-22
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
Data last updated:
Help keep this data accurate!
See a next to a field? Click it to confirm the info is still correct. Recently verified Outdated — please verify

Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: LGSM
  • Name: Aristarchos of Samos
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 37.689999
  • Longitude: 26.911699
  • Elevation: 19 ft
  • Country: Greece
  • Municipality: Samos
  • IATA Code: SMI
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/Athens
  • Distance from City: 9.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

  • Designation: 09/27
  • Dimensions: 6706 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 122.100 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: EUR 7.64 per tonne MTOW
  • Parking Fee: EUR 7.92 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours; first 4 hours free
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Standard Greek airport charges at Samos. Reduced fees for domestic flights.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Multiple fuel suppliers at Samos. Price competitive; volume discounts above 5,000 liters.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Samos. Immigration office operational during published hours.

See all airports of entry in Greece →

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: 24-hour operations permitted at Samos. Voluntary noise abatement between 2200-0600 local. Follow published procedures.

Alternates

LTBJ

  • ICAO: LTBJ
  • Name: Adnan Menderes
  • Distance (NM): 38.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full immigration processing at Izmir Adnan Menderes. DGCA Turkey requires prior landing permit for non-scheduled flights. e-Visa recommended.

LTFE

  • ICAO: LTFE
  • Name: Bodrum
  • Distance (NM): 44.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full immigration processing at Bodrum-Milas. DGCA Turkey requires prior landing permit for non-scheduled flights. e-Visa recommended.

LGHI

  • ICAO: LGHI
  • Name: Omiros
  • Distance (NM): 53.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Chios. Immigration office operational during published hours.

LGKO

  • ICAO: LGKO
  • Name: Ippokratis
  • Distance (NM): 54.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Kos.

LGMK

  • ICAO: LGMK
  • Name: Mikonos
  • Distance (NM): 76.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Mykonos.

Airport Services

No services listed for this airport yet.

Are you a service provider? Register here to appear in this airport's listing.

Greece Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 5 working days before flight with full documentation
Private / GA Operations:

Non-EU private operators follow the same permit procedures as charter flights. EU-registered private aircraft are generally exempt.

View Full Greece Permit Details

Active NOTAMs

B1062/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
FOR ALL GENERAL AVIATION, BUSINESS AVIATION FLT PPR REF TO: 1.AIP LGSM AD 2.20 2.HTTPS://WWW.FRAPORT-GREECE.COM/ENG/OUR-EXPERTISE-AND SERVICES AVIATION/PPR-PROCEDURE-AND GUIDLINES HTML
2026-06-24 09:23:00 2026-09-24 20:59:00
B1029/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
ALL FLT REQUESTING TECHNICAL STOP ARE PERMITTED TO REMAIN ON GROUND UP TO 120MIN DUE TO HIGH TRAFFIC VOLUME.
2026-06-19 07:00:00 2026-09-19 20:59:00
B0958/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
SAMOS/ARISTARCHOS AD OPR HR AS FLW: FROM 03/06/2026 TILL 14/08/2026 DAILY 0230-1800 FROM 15/08/2026 TILL 24/10/2026 DAILY 0300-1800
2026-06-03 06:24:00 2026-10-24 23:59:00

+11 more active NOTAMs

View all NOTAMs on Map

Suggest an Edit

Nearby Airports

LTFB Selçuk Efes Airport 25 NM LGIK Ikaria Airport 27 NM LGLE Leros Airport 31 NM LTBJ Adnan Menderes 38 NM LTBK Gaziemir Air Base 40 NM LGKY Kalymnos Airport 44 NM LTFE Bodrum 45 NM LTBD Aydın Çıldır Airport 47 NM

Compare LGSM with LTFB side by side →

Airport History

Discover the key milestones and historical events that shaped Aristarchos of Samos. Our community-powered timeline traces this airport's journey from its origins to the present day.

Explore History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at LGSM?
The tower frequency at Aristarchos of Samos is 122.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at LGSM?
Aristarchos of Samos offers Jet A-1.
Does LGSM require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Aristarchos of Samos (Greece).
Where is LGSM located?
Aristarchos of Samos (LGSM) is located in Samos, Greece.
What is the IATA code for LGSM?
The IATA code for Aristarchos of Samos is SMI.
How long is the runway at LGSM?
The main runway at Aristarchos of Samos (09/27) measures 6706 X 148.
Is LGSM a port of entry?
Yes, Aristarchos of Samos is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
View on Map
About Glossary FAQ Road Map Terms Privacy v2.0.0