Flying from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Samos Airport (SMI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Samos's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Thessaloniki.
Choose from five weekly Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport flights. The 09:05 departure with Olympic Air is the earliest you can take. Sky Express operates the last service of the day at 16:55.
To ensure you catch your SKG to SMI flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Olympic Air has direct flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Samos — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
Olympic Air is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
SKY express is the most punctual carrier operating SKG to SMI flights. A reliable 93.33% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SKG and SMI include:
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
Chios Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Samos Airport (SMI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport flight is 45 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 72 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book eight months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SKG to SMI.
The cheapest month for flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SKG to SMI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport.
Handy information about Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
Thessaloniki Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SKG arrive at their destination as scheduled 83% of the time.
Central Thessaloniki to Thessaloniki Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SKG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Samos Airport (SMI)
Once your Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport flight has arrived, relax at a hotel close by. Mary's Cosy Apartments is a comfy option within easy reach of SMI.
Travel at your own speed with a Samos Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Exer Rent A Car, Alamo or Green Motion and experience more of Samos and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Samos Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Samos Airport (SMI) to central Samos
Samos Airport to the centre of Samos has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Samos Airport (SMI)
The quietest month for a flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Samos based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Samos is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Samos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SKG to SMI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Samos has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Samos, a visit to Athens will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Samos, Thessaloniki is another favourite stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.

