SKY express: Second Iberian Destination with New Direct Athens–Madrid Flight

SKY express, the Greek airline, as part of its ongoing strategy for international expansion and network growth, inaugurated on October 24 its new direct Athens–Madrid flight, further strengthening its presence in the Iberian Peninsula, following the recent launch of flights to Lisbon.

In a warm welcome ceremony, Madrid’s Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport received the first SKY express flight, attended by airport representatives as well as the airline’s Founder, Mr. Ioannis Grylos, together with company executives.

The new route will operate on a regular basis five times a week — every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday throughout the year, using the brand-new Airbus A320neo & A321neo aircraft, reaffirming SKY express’ commitment to innovation, safety, and comfort on every travel experience.

With this new connection, SKY express now serves a total of 27 international destinations, while by the end of the year, the airline’s flight schedule will be further strengthened with new direct routes from Athens to Hamburg, Lyon, and Tel Aviv, as well as new connections from Thessaloniki to Düsseldorf and Heraklion to Tirana. At the same time, SKY express remains the only Greek airline serving the largest domestic network of 33 destinations, ensuring reliable connectivity across the country.

Mr. Ioannis Grylos, Founder of SKY express, after expressing his gratitude for the warm welcome, stated: "The new direct Athens–Madrid connection marks another important milestone in SKY express’ international growth journey. With Madrid, we further expand our network of international destinations and strengthen our presence in the Iberian market. At the same time, we are creating new bridges between two countries that share common values, culture, and a spirit of collaboration. We remain firmly committed to our vision: to provide high-quality services with the most modern fleet and to bring Greece closer to Europe."

About SKY express SKY express is the leading Greek airline, operating the largest domestic network with 33 destinations across Greece. Its international presence is steadily expanding, currently serving 27 destinations across Europe. The airline has established strategic interline partnerships with major international carriers, offering passengers worldwide seamless connections to and from Greece via Athens. SKY express operates the youngest fleet in Greece, with 29 state-of-the-art aircraft, and is recognized for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. It has been awarded the Innovation Airline Award 2024 by the European Regions Airline Association (ERA) for the second consecutive year, highlighting its dedication to adopting cutting-edge technologies and driving progress in the aviation sector.