Destination airport: ✈️ Rhodes International Airport (RHO)
There are currently no nonstop flights from the U.S. directly into Rhodes, so all travelers should expect one international connection. Connecting Through Athens (Most Common Route): Athens (ATH) is Greece’s main international gateway and the most common connection point. -Many long-haul U.S. flights arrive in Athens first -From Athens, flights to Rhodes are frequent and easy -Typical airlines: Aegean Airlines or Sky Express -Flight time: approximately 45–55 minutes -Athens airport is modern, well signed, and straightforward for connections
(Summer 2026)
For summer 2026, American Airlines has announced daily nonstop seasonal service from Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) to Athens (ATH) beginning May 21, 2026. -This seasonal “summer” service typically runs through much of September -Guests flying from or near Dallas may be able to take a nonstop to Athens, then connect onward to Rhodes -Flight schedules for seasonal routes are usually published 6–9 months before departure, so some September dates may not yet be visible for booking Guests should check aa.com periodically or set fare alerts as schedules open.
Guests may also route through other major European hubs
Depending on departure city and airline, guests may also route through other major European hubs, including: London Paris Frankfurt Helsinki Istanbul These routings are very common and can sometimes offer better timing or pricing.
(Optional)
Guests who wish to add a short stop before or after the wedding may consider flying: -Into one city (e.g., Athens, London, Helsinki, Istanbul), and home from a different city after Rhodes -This “open-jaw” or multi-city routing is a popular way to add another destination without doubling back.
Tips:
-If flights are booked on a single ticket, connections are protected by the airline -If booked on separate tickets, allow extra time between flights and confirm baggage policies -Avoid very tight connections after long transatlantic flights when possible
Passport & Entry Requirements
Passport validity -U.S. passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date from Greece -For the wedding dates, passports should be valid through at least March 2027 ETIAS (European Travel Authorization) -ETIAS has been announced but is not yet in effect -If implemented before travel, it will be a simple online authorization (similar to ESTA), not a visa -Guests do not need to take action at this time Biometric entry / facial recognition -Greece is part of the EU’s upcoming Entry/Exit System (EES), which may use biometric data (photo/fingerprint) at passport control -This does not change entry requirements and will be handled at the airport -No pre-registration is required from travelers
(Optional)
Guests who would like personal assistance researching and recommending international flight options (routing, airlines, timing — guests book directly) may contact our trusted Travel Agent directly. Soft Landing Experiences karen@softlandingexperiences.com -International flight research & recommendations: $75 per traveler or traveling couple -This service covers flight planning only and does not include additional trip planning or bookings
We strongly encourage you to pre arrange airport transfers.
For arrivals at Rhodes International Airport, guests are strongly encouraged to arrange airport transfers directly through their hotels in advance. This is especially important because: -Rhodes Old Town and Lindos have strict vehicle access restrictions -Not all taxis or transfer services are permitted to enter these areas -Hotel-arranged transfers ensure vehicles are authorized for the closest possible drop-off Guests staying in Old Town or Lindos should email their hotel directly with flight details to arrange transfers.
In Summary:
-One international connection is required to reach Rhodes -Athens is the most common gateway -Seasonal nonstop flights to Athens are expanding in 2026 -Passports must meet validity rules -Entry processes are straightforward for U.S. travelers