What percentage of Thessaloniki to Athens flights are direct?

Historically, a significant majority of flights from Thessaloniki to Athens are direct, with approximately 86.9% of all flights being non-stop. For flights that do include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This high percentage of direct flights suggests that travelers can often find convenient, non-stop options for this route.

What's the flight time from Thessaloniki to Athens?

The typical direct flight time from Thessaloniki to Athens is approximately 0 hours and 55 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 9 hours and 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 299 kilometers. Travelers seeking the quickest journey should prioritize direct flight options.

How often do cheap flights from Thessaloniki to Athens come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Thessaloniki to Athens are classified as frequent. This indicates that travelers can typically find favorable deals on this route with regularity. The consistent availability of good prices makes it a route where opportunities for economical travel arise often across the trailing quarter.

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Thessaloniki to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

Almost all itineraries for flights from Thessaloniki to Athens are non-stop, representing 86.9% of recent fares. This makes finding direct flights from Thessaloniki to Athens straightforward. For the remaining itineraries, a typical journey includes 1 stopover.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Thessaloniki to Athens, right now, fares typically range from $90–$175, with a median of $147. Current fares are above the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are not widely available at present. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes.

The cheapest time to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens is typically in December, with a median fare of just $42. Other cost-effective months include January, where the median fare is $67, and August, with a median fare of $80.

A typical journey from Thessaloniki to Athens takes approximately 1h 48m, including any connections. This short duration reflects the route's classification as a short-haul flight. The distance covered on this route is 299 km.

How much is a round trip from Thessaloniki to Athens

Regular price: €82 - €162

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

The regular price range for flights from Thessaloniki to Athens is typically between 82 EUR and 162 EUR. The current lowest deal is 70 EUR with Big Sky Airlines, for travel from Sep 28-Sep 30.

now 70 €

Low 82 €

High 162 €

The cheapest time to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens is December, with a median price of $42. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $163. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from 42 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 163 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

Big Sky Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Thessaloniki to Athens

Mon, Aug 24

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SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

133 €

106 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

146 €

117 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

158 €

117 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

161 €

122 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

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SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

164 €

122 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

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SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

157 €

130 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

238 € → 118 €

50%

6 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 19

223 € → 118 €

47%

5 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 14

171 € → 91 €

46%

6 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 15

166 € → 97 €

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens

Thessaloniki - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Thessaloniki to Athens are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

December is the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens, with a median price of $42.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 48m

Direct flights from Thessaloniki to Athens typically have a median duration of 1 hour and 48 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Direct flights make up 86.9% of all flights on this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Big Sky Airlines provides direct flights on the Thessaloniki to Athens route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are uncommon

Historically, good prices are available on only 3% of recent fares.

Thessaloniki main airports to depart from

Thessaloniki International Airport Macedonia (SKG)

Cheapest

Thessaloniki International Airport Macedonia is a convenient departure point for flights to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~$84

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Athens and surrounding areas.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by metro, train, bus, car)

💸 Flights from ~$84

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Cheapest

Kalamata International is a mainland alternative with reliable road access, though flight frequency is seasonal.

📍 ~170 km from Athens (reachable by car, ~2.5-3 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$129

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Athens, Greece

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Athens, Greece

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Aug 31

Athens, Greece

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Athens, Greece

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Athens, Greece

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Thessaloniki to Athens is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price is around $91. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price rise to approximately $142, while booking 60+ days out can result in an average price of about $171. Planning your trip within the recommended window can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Thessaloniki to Athens is considered to be $90 or less. The median price observed for this route was $147. Fares around $175 represent the higher end of typical prices during this period. Aiming for a fare at or below $90 can help secure a more economical journey.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens, with a median price of $42. January also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $67. While August shows a median price of $80, the annual median price for this route is typically $147, indicating that December and January often provide significant savings.

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Thessaloniki to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

How much is a round trip from Thessaloniki to Athens

Regular price: €82 - €162

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

The regular price range for flights from Thessaloniki to Athens is typically between 82 EUR and 162 EUR. The current lowest deal is 70 EUR with Big Sky Airlines, for travel from Sep 28-Sep 30.

now 70 €

Low 82 €

High 162 €

The cheapest time to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens

December

Cheapest

Flights from 42 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 163 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

Big Sky Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Thessaloniki to Athens

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

133 €

106 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

146 €

117 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

158 €

117 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

161 €

122 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

164 €

122 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SKG - Athens

Thessaloniki (SKG) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

157 €

130 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

238 € → 118 €

50%

6 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 19

223 € → 118 €

47%

5 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 14

171 € → 91 €

46%

6 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 15

166 € → 97 €

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens

Thessaloniki - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Thessaloniki to Athens are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

December is the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens, with a median price of $42.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 48m

Direct flights from Thessaloniki to Athens typically have a median duration of 1 hour and 48 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Direct flights make up 86.9% of all flights on this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Big Sky Airlines provides direct flights on the Thessaloniki to Athens route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are uncommon

Historically, good prices are available on only 3% of recent fares.

Thessaloniki main airports to depart from

Thessaloniki International Airport Macedonia (SKG)

Cheapest

Thessaloniki International Airport Macedonia is a convenient departure point for flights to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~$84

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Athens and surrounding areas.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by metro, train, bus, car)

💸 Flights from ~$84

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Cheapest

Kalamata International is a mainland alternative with reliable road access, though flight frequency is seasonal.

Athens, Greece

47% AI deal score

$355

$327

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Cheap Flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

Today’s best flight deals from Thessaloniki to Athens

Thessaloniki to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

How much is a round trip from Thessaloniki to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens

Direct flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Thessaloniki to Athens

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

Popular Airports to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens

Thessaloniki - Athens route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 1h 48m

Direct flights are dominant

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Good prices are uncommon

Thessaloniki main airports to depart from

Athens main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

Best Elite deals to Athens

Aug 31

Aug 31

Sep 16

Aug 31

Sep 16

Sep 28

Sep 21

Aug 31

Oct 01

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Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

How far in advance should I book a flight from Thessaloniki to Athens?

What's a cheap fare from Thessaloniki to Athens?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens?

What percentage of Thessaloniki to Athens flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Thessaloniki to Athens?

How often do cheap flights from Thessaloniki to Athens come up?

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Thessaloniki to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

How much is a round trip from Thessaloniki to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens

Direct flights from Thessaloniki to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Thessaloniki to Athens

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

Popular Airports to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens

Thessaloniki - Athens route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 1h 48m

Direct flights are dominant

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Good prices are uncommon

Thessaloniki main airports to depart from

Athens main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

Best Elite deals to Athens

Aug 31

Aug 31

Sep 16

Aug 31

Sep 16

Sep 28

Sep 21

Aug 31

Oct 01

Oct 12

Oct 19

Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

How far in advance should I book a flight from Thessaloniki to Athens?

What's a cheap fare from Thessaloniki to Athens?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Thessaloniki to Athens?