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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Thessaloniki:

• Earliest: departs at 06:55 and lands at 07:51
• Latest: departs at 23:50 and lands at 00:46.

The flight takes about 56m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Thessaloniki:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Athens to Thessaloniki takes 56m, covering 186 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Athens to Thessaloniki range from £91 to £130, with an average of £107 over the past 12 months. Anything below £91 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the £107 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £10–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Sky Express and Aegean Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Athens to Thessaloniki flights, with 32% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 18%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £82 to £527. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Athens to Thessaloniki are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £83, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

Thessaloniki Makedonia Airport (SKG) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• GREEN MOTION
• Centauro
• ABBYCAR
• Europcar

Flights from Athens to Thessaloniki usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to Thessaloniki route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 22m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Athens to Thessaloniki. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £100 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £117, a difference of £17.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Athens and Thessaloniki. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Aegean Airlines
• Sky Express

Among airlines operating Athens to Thessaloniki flights:

• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Sky Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Taxis are readily available outside the airport's arrivals area. They provide a quick and easy way to go to your location in Thessaloniki or the neighboring areas. If you prefer the privacy of having your own vehicle, you can get one from one of the airport's rental car providers. There are also public buses provided by Thessaloniki Urban Transport Organization (OASTH) that connect the airport to nearby destinations.

Yes, there are several hotels in the vicinity of Athens International Airport (ATH). For example, Sofitel Athens Airport, which is directly connected to the airport terminal via a covered walkway, and Holiday Inn Athens Attica Avenue - Airport West, which is around 5 kilometers from the airport. These airport hotels are great for travelers with early or late-night flights, layovers, or who simply want to be close to the airport.

SKG is the primary airport serving Thessaloniki and the neighboring areas. There are various cities and towns accessible from the airport, including Thessaloniki, which is around 13 kilometers northwest of the airport. Perea is a beach town about 7 kilometers west of the airport, while Kalamaria is about 11 kilometers southwest of the airport.

If you're flying from Athens to Thessaloniki with a lot of luggage, you'll need a carrier with a more flexible carry-on policy. Aegean carriers and Sky Express have the best carry-on policies among the carriers that fly this route.