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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Thessaloniki flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Athens International to Thessaloniki

Athens International to Thessaloniki: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Athens International to Thessaloniki below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Thessaloniki.

Athens to Thessaloniki: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$122
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time56 mins
Most popular airlineSKY express
Average flights per week180

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Thessaloniki: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Athens International to Thessaloniki is C$121. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
56 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Thessaloniki.
SKY express, Aegean Airlines and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Athens International to Thessaloniki.
There are 180 flights per week flying from Athens International to Thessaloniki, as of August 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Thessaloniki is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Thessaloniki Airport on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 56 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Thessaloniki but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Thessaloniki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Thessaloniki.

Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.

  • Athens and Thessaloniki share the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • Flights from ATH to SKG start at 07:00 — the earliest with Aegean Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:45 with Sky Express. Overall, there are 1,086 weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ATH to SKG flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Flying into Thessaloniki (and then exploring more of Greece!) is easy with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Aegean Airlines.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ATH and SKG include:

    • Paros Airport

    • Heraklion Airport

    • Kos Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight is C$63. A return ticket is currently C$122. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ATH to SKG.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ATH to SKG.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport.

Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, data shows 77.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SKG instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Thessaloniki International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Centauro or Record Go and explore beyond Thessaloniki's main sights.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Thessaloniki International Airport around two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki

  • From Thessaloniki International Airport, Thessaloniki is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Thessaloniki in April.

  • The warmest month in Thessaloniki is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to SKG around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Greece

  • Thessaloniki has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece you'll want to see. Around 306 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, a visit to Athens will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

  • Around 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. No visit is complete without checking out Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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