Flying from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG).
1 hour 28 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport.
Thessaloniki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest. Thessaloniki International Airport is located in Thessaloniki.
With 22 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 07:35. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from OTP to SKG is with Ryanair at 23:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Bucharest to SKG.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can hop on a direct flight from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport departing from OTP. Get on board with any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Bucharest to SKG departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Located around 13 miles from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SKG:
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
From Thessaloniki International Airport, Thessaloniki is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 7 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
£14 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport. Return flights start from £29. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Bucharest to SKG by booking 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Thessaloniki in April when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Bucharest to SKG, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 12ºC on average.
More about Thessaloniki
Start your Thessaloniki trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Thessaloniki International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture are major attractions which should feature on every Thessaloniki itinerary.
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