24-hour civil aviation strike in Greece on 9 October
The Greek civil aviation staff federation has called a strike for Friday 9 October 2026. Anyone flying between Israel and Greece, or within Greece, that day should check their flight.
- The strike will last 24 hours, on Friday 9 October 2026.
- It was called by OSYPA, the federation of Greek civil aviation staff, in a unanimous board decision.
- It has not yet been announced which flights will be cancelled or delayed.
Flying to or from Greece on 9 October? Check with your airline whether your flight is running and follow its updates in the days before. Greek strikes are sometimes called off at the last minute, so check again the day before.
Update (30 September): On 29 September the Civil Aviation Authority's management met the staff federation. According to TravelDailyNews, the strike is "heading towards suspension", and the two sides will meet again. It has not been officially called off yet, so check your flight the day before.
What we know
The federation of Greek civil aviation staff (OSYPA) decided unanimously, at a board meeting, to call a 24-hour strike on Friday 9 October 2026.
According to the federation, the strike is now "the only way", because issues it has raised for a long time remain unresolved.
What we don't know yet
The announcement does not say which airports will be affected, and no flight cancellations or delays have been announced. Airlines usually update passengers in the days before a strike.
What to do
- Check your flight status on the airline's website or app.
- If your flight is cancelled, ask about changing the date at no cost.
- We will update our strikes page if anything changes.
What to check if you are flying on the strike day
If you have a flight to or from Greece on 9 October, the most important step is to closely monitor updates from your airline. Civil aviation strikes generally impact airport operations across the country, so you should check your airline's website or app regularly. Because talks are underway and the strike may be suspended, it is recommended to verify your flight status close to departure as well. If your flight is cancelled or rescheduled, contact your airline's customer service to check options for changing your ticket or receiving a refund according to their policy. Keep in mind that strikes in Greece are sometimes called off or modified at short notice, making patience and ongoing checks of official announcements your best approach.
FAQ
Will my flight to Greece be cancelled because of the strike? It has not been announced which flights will be cancelled yet, so you must check directly with your airline.
Which airports in Greece will be affected by the strike? The official announcement did not specify which airports are expected to be affected by the 24-hour strike.
Has the strike in Greece been officially cancelled yet? The strike has not been officially cancelled yet, though discussions are taking place between management and the staff federation.
