Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport.
Tel Aviv and Thessaloniki are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Take your pick of four weekly Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flights. The 05:15 departure with El Al is the earliest available. Aegean Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:00.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your TLV to SKG flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
With direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Thessaloniki (and then other corners of Greece) is a breeze. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Most travellers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight is 49 €. A round-trip fare is currently 101 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book ten months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from TLV to SKG.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
72.9% of flights taking off from Ben Gurion International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near TLV:
Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SKG instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Thessaloniki International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Centauro or Record Go and experience more of Thessaloniki and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Thessaloniki International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki International Airport to the centre of Thessaloniki has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The quietest month for a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Thessaloniki based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Thessaloniki during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TLV to SKG in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, a trip to Athens will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Around 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.