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Book your plane ticket to Lesbos

Looking for a typical, characteristic Greek island? Then join us on a flight to Lesbos! Here, you can take a walk in between millions of olive trees, filling the air with a lovely scent. In the harbour of Skala Kallonis, many fishermen are working hard to bring in the best fresh fish for you to enjoy. Have a taste of sardelles pastes, pickled sardines with a flavour that is unique for Lesbos. Book your flight to Lesbos right now, and find out for yourself why this island is so special. 

Fly out to Lesbos: the island of hot springs and ouzo! 

The island offers you some well-deserved peace and quiet, nature, and centuries-old traditions. Get submerged in one of the healing hot springs in Eftalou. The water is filled to the brim with minerals, and will work wonders for your skin. Spot the flamingos and rare species of birds in the salt pans of Kalloni. Pay a visit to the fisherman’s village of Skala Kallonis to taste some of the finest fresh fish. Every morning, the fishermen of this village work hard to get the fresh sardines for you to enjoy at lunchtime. Make sure you eat those with a bit of lemon and local olive oil. Delicious! Did you know that Lesbos is the ouzo capital of Greece? Visit one of the famous ouzo distilleries in Plomari. There is not a place in the world where this aniseed liqueur tastes better than here. Try some different varieties and discover your favourite. 

Lesbos’ must-see sights 

Lesbos had plenty of special places. You can make a trip out to Molyvos castle, for example. This medieval fortress is situated high up on a hill. You’ll find yourself climbing up through narrow streets with many charming shops. Up top, you’ll enjoy stunning views over the sea. Make sure you also visit the Archaeological Museum in Mytilini. Here, you’ll find some of the prettiest mosaics, old coins and statues. Or visit the olive oil museum in Agia Paraskevi. Here, you can learn how Lesbos’ famous olive oil is made – while of course sampling various types of that same oil. 

Travel information for your flight to Lesbos 

Before your departure to Lesbos, here are a few handy things to know. First of all: how long is the flight to Lesbos? With Transavia, your direct flight to Lesbos will take about 3.5 hours. You’ll land at Mytilene International Airport (MJT), which is situated on the east side of the island. From Lesbos Airport, it’s very easy to reach your destination either by bus, taxi, or rental car. 

What is the weather like on Lesbos? In summer, it gets nice and sunny here, with temperatures hovering between 25 °C – 35 °C. Spring and autumn are comfortable, with temperatures around 20 °C. Winters are mild, varying from 8 °C – 15 °C. Tip: make sure you pack an extra sweater for the spring evenings, as things may cool off a bit! 

Flight time

A flight from Amsterdam to Mytilene (Lesbos) takes about 05:35 hours.

Airport(s)

Mytilene International Airport "Odysseas Elytis"

Currency

The currency used in Greece is the Euro (EUR).

Frequently asked questions about Lesbos