What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki is to bus via Tekirdağ which costs €35 - €55 and takes 13h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs €85 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul Airport and Thessaloníki?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Airport Bus and arriving at Thessaloníki via Keşan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki?

The distance between Istanbul Airport and Thessaloníki is 509 km. The road distance is 566.6 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki without a car is to bus via Keşan which takes 10h 23m and costs €60 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki bus from?

Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki bus services, operated by Istanbul Seyahat, depart from Istanbul Airport Bus station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs €85 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus via Keşan, which costs €60 - €95 and takes 10h 23m.

Where does the Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki bus arrive?

Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki bus services, operated by Istanbul Seyahat, arrive at Keşan station.

Can I drive from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki is 567 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki.

Where can I stay near Thessaloníki?

There are 4240+ hotels available in Thessaloníki.

Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)plane IST - SKG
2h 33m
€87–196
Bus via Tekirdağ
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Tekirdağbus
2. Take the bus from Tekirdag to Thessalonikibus
13h 1m
€38–51
Bus via Keşan
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Keşanbus
2. Take the bus from Keşan to Thessaloníkibus
10h 23m
€64–94
Drive 566.6 km
1. Drive from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníkicar 566.6 km
5h 55m
€102–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogaribus Hvl-3
2. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessalonikibus Simeonidis
11h 31m
€47–86
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogaribus Hvl-3
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki stationbus Arda-Tur
12h 1m
€57–96

Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) flights

29Weekly Planes

2h 24mAverage Duration

€81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 508.6 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Istanbul Airport, Turkey and Thessaloníki, Greece?

Aegean Airlines and Turkish Airlines fly from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloníki via Istanbul Airport Bus and Keşan in around 10h 23m.

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