Typical flight destinations AMC operates a scheduled Patriot Express from/to NSA Souda Bay to/from Norfolk NS, VA once every two weeks.
The Navy and other services operate from our station with no regularly scheduled flights to Europe and continental U.S. (CONUS), but travelers are reminded flights are mission-driven and frequency of flights/destinations do change.
Patriot Express Travelers Patriot Express (PE) missions currently operate every other week.
Travelers must not use show times provided by their booking agency. Please advise Passenger Service for check-in times.
Booking for duty passengers on travel orders and PCS passengers accompanying pets, must be arranged through NAVPTO/Local Transportation Office.
Check-in counters for booked passengers on travel orders, open 8 hours prior to departure. All members are required to have a copy of their travel orders, ID cards, passports, all checked baggage, pets with kennels, and carry-on items. All hand-carried items will be weighed on Patriot Express flights.
Roll calls for Duty Standby passengers (duty passengers on travel orders without a reservation) and Space Available passengers are conducted 3 hours prior to departure.
Space-A passengers traveling from outside the continental U.S. (OCONUS) to within the continental U.S. (CONUS) are charged with $40.03 (per traveler) which covers a federal inspection fee and head tax.
No cost travel orders for duty passengers on official travel without a reservation are not authorized. Only accepted travel documentation are official travel orders with proper CIC (Customer Identification Code) or Billing Information annotated.
Space Available Travel Helpful Tips Roll calls for Space Available passengers are conducted 3 hours prior to departure.
Active-duty members need to be within their chargeable leave dates in order to sign-up. We will need to see a copy of your leave paperwork and any other necessary documents.
Dependents will need to present a copy of their Space-Available travel letter.
All passengers competing for a seat must be marked present within 24 hours prior to a Space-A roll call. To mark yourself "present" you need to arrive at the terminal with all travel documents, including your travel party, and proceed to the passenger service desk and they will mark you present. Once marked present you'll be added to the present list and included to the Space-A roll call.
On your intended departure date, you must be travel ready prior to roll call, car parked, travel party and baggage corralled.
Selection is based upon your travel category and the date and time of your sign up.
Per DODI 4515.13, Section 4, Paragraph 4.1.a., Reservations: There is no guarantee of transportation and reservations will not be accepted or made for any space-available traveler. The DoD is not obligated to continue an individual’s travel or return the individual to the point of origin or any other point. Travelers should have sufficient personal funds to pay for commercial transportation, lodging, and other expenses if space-available transportation is not available. All associated expenses are the responsibility of the traveler.
Checked Baggage Allowance Passengers are authorized 2 pieces of checked baggage not to exceed 70 pounds each (140 pounds total) and 62 linear inches (the sum of the length plus the width plus the height). Single items exceeding 70 pounds and/or 62 linear inches will be counted as 2 pieces and, therefore, fulfil the allowance for a passenger. Each passenger is permitted to hand-carry one article (e.g., small luggage, garment bag, backpack) and 1 personal item (eg., cosmetic case, purse, briefcase) for storage in the cabin area. Carry-on baggage must fit under the seat and may not exceed 45 linear inches (length plus width plus height). In addition, infant car seats and fold up type strollers do not count against the passenger's normal baggage allowance and must be checked at the check-in counter prior to entering at the secured gated area. Baggage weight may be further limited due to type of aircraft or other restrictions.
Passenger Terminal Amenities Limited amenities are offered at the NSA Souda Bay Passenger Terminal due to the small size and configuration of the passenger terminal. The terminal currently offers free WIFI and vending machines. Small USO is located on your immediate right upon entering the passenger terminal.
Travel Attire Please be advised, while traveling on flights, appropriate dress and appearance must be followed. Open-toed/open-heeled shoes, narrow based high heels, sandals, and flip flops are prohibited on military aircraft. Patriot Express flights have no footwear restrictions.
Unattended Baggage Please do not leave baggage unattended in and around the terminal, or it will be properly disposed of. If you notice any unattended bag in the terminal, please notify a Passenger Service Agent. Baggage storage lockers are not available at the terminal.