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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Natalie Wilson

Greek island’s only airport to close for four months

Chios, the fifth-largest Greek island, is located in the northern Aegean Sea - (Getty Images)

The only airport on a Greek island is set to shut for four months despite strong objections from residents.

Chios Island National airport, also known as “Omiros” airport, will be temporarily closed from 15 November 2026 to 15 March 2027.

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