DJI's GEO zone database lists 46 drone zones in Greece, 46 of them restricted, mostly around airports and military bases. Below are the zone types, the largest restricted zones, the rules at a glance and the official links to request permission when you need to fly inside a zone.
Zone types
| Zone | Count | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 🟥 Restricted | 46 | DJI drones cannot take off or fly inside. Most are airports and military bases; flying there needs an authorization and a DJI unlock. |
Largest restricted zones
| Zone | Radius |
|---|---|
| Athens International Airport | 3.6 km |
| Larisa Airport | 2.3 km |
| Skiros Airport | 2.1 km |
| Chania International Airport | 2.1 km |
| Andravida Airport | 2.0 km |
| Nea Anchialos Airport | 1.9 km |
| Tanagra | 1.9 km |
| Limnos Airport | 1.9 km |
| Agrinion Airport | 1.9 km |
| Araxos Airport | 1.9 km |
| Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport | 1.9 km |
| Στρατιωτικό Αεροδρόμιο Ελευσίνας | 1.8 km |
| Kalamata Airport | 1.8 km |
| Diagoras Airport | 1.8 km |
| Dimokritos Airport | 1.7 km |
Radius of the circle in DJI's database. The official zone can have another shape and reach further, for example along the runway approach.
Drone rules in Greece at a glance
- Aviation authority: Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA)
- Maximum height: 120 m (394 ft) above the ground, unless an authorization allows more.
- Registration: Operators of drones of 250 g or more, or with a camera (unless a toy), register with the HCAA in its UAS system. Official page
- Official map: Drone Aware GR (DAGR)
- Outside yellow and magenta zones, no approval is needed if you follow the EU open-category rules.
How to get authorization to fly in a restricted zone
Steps and links from official sources, checked in September 2026. Rules change: confirm on the official website (HCAA) before you fly.
- Check DAGR before every flight: yellow and magenta zones (airports, archaeological sites and others) may need approval or be prohibited. Official page
- Send the flight request to the HCAA (uas@hcaa.gov.gr) at least 5 working days before the flight. Official page
- Wait for the HCAA reply with instructions; flights near airports are coordinated with the air navigation service and the Hellenic Air Force. Official page
- Flying a DJI drone? With the authorization in hand, request an unlock on DJI FlySafe. DJI's unlock does not replace the authority's permission.
Check zones and weather before you fly
The Drone Weather Forecast app shows these zones on a map with DJI's colours, next to the hourly wind, gusts, rain, KP index and satellites for your drone model.
Frequently asked questions
Where can't you fly a drone in Greece?
Around airports, military bases and other restricted areas. DJI's database lists 46 restricted zones in Greece; the official map is Drone Aware GR (DAGR). Temporary restrictions can appear at any time, so check before every flight.
Do I need permission to fly a drone near an airport in Greece?
Yes. Flying inside an airport zone or other restricted airspace needs an authorization. Responsible authority: Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority. The official steps and links are on this page.
How high can you fly a drone in Greece?
Up to 120 m (394 ft) above the ground under the general rules, unless an authorization allows more. Near airports the limit can be lower, or zero.
Is the DJI no-fly zone map official?
No. DJI's GEO zones are a safety layer built into DJI drones. The binding zones and rules are the ones published by the aviation authority, Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (official map: Drone Aware GR (DAGR)).
Zone counts and names: DJI FlySafe GEO database, snapshot of February 3, 2026. It is a safety guide, not the official airspace: the aviation authority publishes the binding zones and temporary restrictions.