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Today’s best flight deals from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

November 18 - November 25

Cheapest

SKG - Istanbul

$160

$106

Round trip

November 2 - November 11

Cheapest
Earliest

SKG - Istanbul

$160

$106

Round trip

November 2 - November 6

Cheapest
Earliest

SKG - Istanbul

$168

$106

Round trip

December 9 - December 16

Cheapest
Best

SKG - Istanbul

$190

$106

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November 11 - December 11

SKG - Istanbul

$146

$116

Round trip

November 11 - December 9

SKG - Istanbul

$146

$116

Round trip

November 16 - November 18

SKG - Istanbul

$164

$122

Round trip

November 2 - November 9

Earliest

SKG - Istanbul

$164

$122

Round trip

November 11 - November 27

SKG - Istanbul

$149

$122

Round trip

November 16 - November 27

SKG - Istanbul

$152

$122

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

A typical journey from Thessaloniki to Istanbul, including connections, takes about 3h 45m. This route covers a distance of 493 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. While you might find cheap flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul, most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Thessaloniki to Istanbul, December stands out with a median fare of $134. Other cost-effective months include June and November, both showing median fares of $140. Planning your trip during these months could help you secure more favorable prices.
Fares for flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul typically range from $134–$172, with a median price of $150. Right now, fares are near the typical level, and approximately 43% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.
For flights between Thessaloniki and Istanbul, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 31.6% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This indicates that while direct flights are available, travelers should generally expect to factor in a layover for their journey.

How much is a round trip from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

Regular price: $128 - $289

Prices for flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $128 and $289. The current lowest deal is $106 with Aegean Airlines, for travel from Nov 18 to Nov 25.

now $106

Low $128

High $289

The cheapest time to fly from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Thessaloniki to Istanbul is December, with a median price of 134 USD. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of 172 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $134

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $172

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Direct flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

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Last-minute flights going from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Istanbul

Aegean Airlines

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Istanbul (IST)

Aegean Airlines

$350

$228

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Istanbul

Aegean Airlines

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Istanbul (IST)

Aegean Airlines

$346

$229

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Istanbul

Aegean Airlines

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Istanbul (IST)

Aegean Airlines

$348

$231

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Istanbul

Aegean Airlines

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Istanbul (IST)

Aegean Airlines

$351

$245

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Istanbul

Aegean Airlines

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Istanbul (IST)

Aegean Airlines

$344

$237

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Istanbul

Aegean Airlines

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Istanbul (IST)

Aegean Airlines

$325

$230

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

2 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 21

$350  →  $228

35%

1 night

Dec 1 - Dec 2

$295  →  $176

40%

4 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 23

$346  →  $229

34%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$348  →  $231

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

Thessaloniki - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Thessaloniki to Istanbul are near the typical level of $150.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $134.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 3h 45m long.

The median flight duration from Thessaloniki to Istanbul is typically 3 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common on this route.

About 31.6% of recent deals are for direct flights, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aegean Airlines offers direct flights.

Aegean Airlines has offered direct flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, about 0.8 times per day.

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, about 0.8 times per day.

Thessaloniki main airports to depart from

Thessaloniki International Airport Macedonia (SKG)

Cheapest

Thessaloniki International Airport Macedonia offers direct flights to Istanbul, providing a convenient departure.

📍 ~15 km from Thessaloniki city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$106

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$106

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International offers an alternative arrival point for flights to Istanbul.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$217

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Consider Esenboğa International as a major international hub offering extensive flight networks for your travel.

📍 ~350 km from Istanbul (requires domestic flight or high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$224

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Cheapest

Adnan Menderes is a reliable alternative with extensive European connections and high flight reliability.

📍 ~300 km from Istanbul (usually requires a separate domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$130

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is geographically the closest alternative, accessible by road from Istanbul's European side.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$358

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir is an alternative for the southern Marmara region and Istanbul's Asian side, accessible by bridge or ferry.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (reachable by car or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$389

Burgas (BOJ)

Burgas is the closest international airport outside Turkey, useful for travelers with appropriate travel documents for Bulgaria.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$194

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $144. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with tickets purchased 0-6 days out averaging $175. For those booking 28-59 days in advance, the average price is approximately $146.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $134. The median price for this route historically stands at $150. Prices can go up to $172 or more for flights in the higher price range. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below the $134 mark can help secure a favorable price.

Historically, December is typically the cheapest month to fly from Thessaloniki to Istanbul, with a median price of $134. June and November also offer competitive prices, both with a median of $140. The annual median price for this route is $150. While June is listed as a cheaper month, it also appears as the most expensive month in some historical contexts, indicating price variability.