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Karpathos Airport

Karpathos Island, GR
Security · Predicted
4min
For departing passengers
Immigration · Predicted
8min
Arriving & departing (see split)
Check-in
3min
For departing passengers
Status
Normal
Data quality
Ctier
Location
Karpathos Island
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Karpathos Airport

Current Wait Times

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Quiet
Security severity
4 min
Fast
Immigration severity
8 min
Fast
Check-in severity
3 min
Fast
Security
Predicted0–9 min
4 min
Immigration
Predicted3–13 min
8 min
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Total Queue Time Estimate

Combined
Security
4
min
Immigration
8
min
Total
12
min
Add ~30 min for check-in & boarding
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Wait Time History — Karpathos Airport

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Security wait times at AOK over time, based on live sensor and API data.

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Clear skies · good visibility
Wind
NESW
25 kt
WNW G35
Visibility
—SM
0510+
Ceiling
Clear
No clouds
Temp
—C
Dew —
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Tips for Karpathos Airport

  • Arrive at least 150 minutes before your flight to allow time for check-in, security, and immigration.
  • Security is typically busiest 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. Midday flights (11 AM-2 PM) usually have the shortest queues.
  • Check in online and use mobile boarding passes to skip the check-in counter and head straight to security.
  • Tuesdays and Wednesdays typically have the lightest passenger traffic. Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings are usually the busiest.

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AOK Airport FAQs

For Karpathos Airport in Karpathos Island, arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. Current wait times show approximately 4 minutes for security and 8 minutes for immigration, so plan accordingly.
The queue index at Karpathos Airport indicates overall airport congestion levels based on security, immigration, and check-in wait times. A low queue index (under 30%) means smooth operations, moderate (30-70%) suggests normal traffic, and high (over 70%) indicates busy conditions with longer waits.
Karpathos Airport offers various amenities including TSA PreCheck and Clear for expedited security, lounges, dining and shopping, currency exchange, free WiFi, and ground transportation options. Premium travelers can access airline lounges with Priority Pass or credit card memberships.
Terminal connections at Karpathos Airport vary by airport. Most large airports offer free shuttle services, AirTrain or automated people movers, and walking paths. Check the airport map or information desk for the fastest route between terminals.

Quick Info

Busiest Months
JulAugDec

Peak Hours

6-9 AM6min
11 AM-2 PM3min
4-7 PM5min

Quick Tips

  • Arrive 2-3 hours early for international flights
  • Check-in online to save time

When to Arrive

Domestic Flight
90 min
before departure
International Flight
150 min
before departure
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Security Wait Times
4 min current
Passport Control
8 min current
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Security wait times at Karpathos Airport (AOK) currently average 4 minutes. Check-in typically takes 27 minutes, and immigration processing averages 8 minutes.

Last updated: July 11, 2026

About Karpathos Airport

Karpathos Airport (AOK) serves Karpathos Island in Greece. Travelers flying through AOK should plan for variable security wait times depending on time of day and season.

International travelers arriving at AOK should plan ahead for immigration processing. Greece uses a dual-lane passport control system with separate queues for EU/EEA Citizens and Non-EU Citizens passport holders. EU/EEA Citizens queues are typically 40-60% faster.

The busiest travel periods at AOK are Jul, Aug, Dec. During these months, wait times can be 30-50% longer than average. Arriving early is always recommended during busy periods.

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