Flying from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
Thessaloniki is one hour ahead of Skopje and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your SKP to SKG flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Skopje International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SKP and SKG include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Treviso Airport
Franjo Tudman Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
AED 179 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Skopje International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. Return flights start at AED 430. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SKP to SKG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Skopje International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from SKP to SKG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Skopje International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Skopje International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SKP arrive at their destination as scheduled 85.19% of the time.
Central Skopje to Skopje International Airport is around 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Skopje International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near SKP:
Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
If you're getting in on a late Skopje International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near SKG:
Pick up a Thessaloniki International Airport rental car and explore Thessaloniki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Centauro and Record Go are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Thessaloniki International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki International Airport to central Thessaloniki has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Skopje International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Thessaloniki. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Skopje International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Thessaloniki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SKP to SKG in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Thessaloniki, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometers south to Athens to check off its leading sights. From Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 121 kilometers south of Thessaloniki. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.