Shortest Flight
Aegean Airlines
21 Oct, Wed
Riyadh – Thessaloniki
11h 10m
1 stop
RUH–SKG
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Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Thessaloniki
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $300
- Direct flight duration 11 hour 10 min
- Arrival airports SKG
- Best days to book Wednesday, Sunday
- Average over the last 30 days $303
Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Thessaloniki
Aegean Airlines
23 Oct, Fri
Riyadh – Thessaloniki
11h 10m
1 stop
RUH–SKG
Etihad Airways
11 Oct, Sun
Riyadh – Thessaloniki
1d 4h
2 stop
RUH–SKG
Etihad Airways
7 Oct, Wed
Riyadh – Thessaloniki
19h 15m
2 stop
RUH–SKG
Etihad Airways
8 Oct, Thu
Riyadh – Thessaloniki
20h 15m
2 stop
RUH–SKG
Gulf Air
15 Nov, Sun
Riyadh – Thessaloniki
21h 30m
2 stop
RUH–SKG
Qatar Airways
20 Nov, Fri
Riyadh – Thessaloniki
1d 8h 40m
2 stop
RUH–SKG
Last update: 04 October 2026 21:43
Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Thessaloniki Flights
Cheapest Day16 October Friday
Best Price
$273
Average Price
$296
$309
$273
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- Wide Turkish Network
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- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
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Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center
King Khalid Intl. Airport
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.
Taxi
Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.
Bus Services
Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.
Metro
Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.
Hotel Shuttles
Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.
Rental Car
For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.
Transportation to Thessaloniki City Center from Airport
Thessaloniki - Makedonia Airport
Thessaloniki, which has the most crowded population after the capital Athens in Greece, bears the traces of hosting three great civilizations throughout the history. It is possible to come across the traces the Roman Era on a street and see the magnificent Byzantine churches on another street as well as you can come across the historical artifacts of the Ottoman period in the city.
The city, which has become one of the most important attraction centers of the world today with the historical heritage, attracts people with its nightlife as well. The airport of the city was named as Macedonia Airport since the city is known as "Macedonia of Greece". Located in the southern part of the city, this international airport is only 14 kilometers away from the city center. In addition, compared to other airports, Thessaloniki Airport is preferred by many passengers since affordable flight tickets are available for transportation to Europe from the airport. Thessaloniki offers very limited alternatives in terms of public transportation options. You can reach nearly 80 points in the city only by bus.
In addition to the regular bus services, a bus allocated to tourists offers one-hour free sightseeing. Apart from the bus option, another transportation option in the city is to take a taxi. Other than the buses that depart in front of the terminal buildings of the airport, you can go on your journey by taking a taxi or renting a car from the offices in the terminal building.
Taxi
You can prefer to take a taxi if you don’t want to lose time and enjoy a comfortable journey in Thessaloniki that has limited transportation options. You can reach the city center after a taxi journey that takes about half an hour. It is also possible to book a taxi in advance through the website of Yattaxi, which is the contracted taxi company that provides taxi services at the airport.
Bus
Macedonia (Thessaloniki) Airport provides 24-hour uninterrupted bus services every day for the passengers it hosts at the airport. The buses 78, 78A and 78N, which you can take to reach the city center, run at different departure times. The bus number 78A departs once a day at 5 a.m.
The bus number 78 departs every 45 minutes between 5 am and 10 pm. The bus number 78N provides transportation to the city center between 22:30 and 04:30 from the night until the morning. Your journey by these bus lines that allow you to get to the city center and the railway station directly takes about 45 minutes.
Rent a car
The car rental option, which is not preferred so frequently compared to other options for transportation from Macedonia (Thessaloniki) Airport to the city center, is provided inside the terminal buildings. The car rental companies providing this service are Sixt, Europcar, Hertz, Cardelmar and Figame.
Thessaloniki Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
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Sunday
4 Oct
25°13°
Monday
5 Oct
25°12°
Tuesday
6 Oct
26°13°
Wednesday
7 Oct
25°13°
Thursday
8 Oct
25°14°
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Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Thessaloniki flights?
For Riyadh-Thessaloniki flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Thessaloniki - Makedonia Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Thessaloniki and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Thessaloniki and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Riyadh-Thessaloniki is 2834 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour 30 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Thessaloniki flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Thessaloniki flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Thessaloniki flights is Monday.
Riyadh-Thessaloniki: which airline is better value on this route?
Riyadh-Thessaloniki: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Aegean Airlines starts from approximately $273.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Etihad Airways | $273 | No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Aegean Airlines | $273 | Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Gulf Air | $297 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 25.09.2026
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