On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Athens — Thessaloniki route. The direct distance between the cities is 303 km, and thanks to the high frequency of 79 flights per week, you can fly to your destination at any convenient time.
Flights on this route are operated by A3, GQ, EY, and others. Ticket prices change constantly, so use the low-price calendar and price trend chart to find the best deals for specific dates.
The table shows direct flights Athens → Thessaloniki on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 45 min. Regular flights are operated by Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, Etihad and Emirates. Departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport airports, arrivals at Thessaloniki International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Athens — Thessaloniki by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 215 in n, and the most expensive are around AED 996 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Athens → Thessaloniki, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 376 | medium | May | AED 451 | high | Sep | AED 451 | medium |
| Feb | AED 351 | low | Jun | AED 476 | high | Oct | AED 411 | medium |
| Mar | AED 391 | medium | Jul | AED 501 | high | Nov | AED 351 | low |
| Apr | AED 441 | high | Aug | AED 527 | high | Dec | AED 436 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Thessaloniki is characterized by hot summers with peak temperatures reaching 32.7°C in August and cool winters, with the thermometer dropping to 1.5°C in January. The rainiest months are November and December, while July and August remain the driest.
From a budget perspective, the cheapest month to fly is March, with prices AED 215. Ticket prices peak in May, when minimum fares rise to AED 996.
The optimal choice for a trip is October: during this time, temperatures remain comfortable at around 22°C, there is little rainfall, and tickets can be purchased AED 216. It is best to avoid flying in May due to a sharp jump in airfares.
About 11 airlines operate on this route, including major carriers such as Aegean Airlines (A3) and Sky Express (GQ). A total of about 79 flights per week are scheduled, providing regular air service between the cities throughout the day. Details on the schedule and specific departure days are available in the list below—click on an airline's card to see route options.
Flights Athens — Thessaloniki depart from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and arrive at Thessaloniki International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covering a distance of 303 km takes approximately 50–60 minutes. This is the fastest way to travel between Greece's two largest cities.
Carriers such as Aegean Airlines (A3), Sky Express (GQ), Etihad Airways (EY), and others operate on this route. A total of about 79 flights per week are available.
All flights from Athens arrive at Thessaloniki International Airport "Macedonia" (SKG). Details about transfers can be found in the "Getting There" section.
The lowest prices are usually recorded for departures in February and March. We recommend monitoring current prices through the price trend chart on our website.
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