Cheapest Direct Flight
Aegean Airlines
23 Nov, Mon
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
SKG–IST
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Quick Flight Summary from Thessaloniki to Istanbul
- Lowest recent price $80
- Direct flight duration 1 hour 30 min
- Direct airlines Turkish Airlines
- Arrival airports SAW / IST
- Best days to book Monday, Friday
- Average over the last 30 days $131
Cheapest flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul
Aegean Airlines
12 Oct, Mon
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
SKG–IST
Aegean Airlines
4 Nov, Wed
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
SKG–IST
Aegean Airlines
27 Nov, Fri
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
SKG–IST
Aegean Airlines
16 Nov, Mon
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
SKG–IST
Aegean Airlines
20 Nov, Fri
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
SKG–IST
Aegean Airlines
9 Nov, Mon
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
SKG–IST
Air Serbia
5 Nov, Thu
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
11h 30m
1 stop
SKG–IST
Aegean Airlines
30 Oct, Fri
Thessaloniki – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
SKG–IST
Last update: 11 October 2026 23:39
Direct flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul
Estimated Prices for Thessaloniki to Istanbul Flights
Cheapest Day23 November Monday
Best Price
$80
Average Price
$150
$293
$80
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget Turkish Flights
- Domestic Focus
- Turkish Airlines Partner
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
- Digital-First Airline
- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Thessaloniki City Center
Thessaloniki - Makedonia Airport
Taking a bus is the most preferred option to reach the airport; however, you can also benefit from the taxi option that is another alternative you can prefer. In addition, car rental option is also available if you want to explore the beauties of the city and enjoy the comfort of traveling in the city by car.
Taxi
Considering the bus services are available in Thessaloniki all day long, taking a taxi seems to be a luxurious option. However, you can make a comfortable and safe journey without having any problem by taking a taxi that allows you to reach the airport from the city center in about half an hour and catch your flight.
Bus
You can directly get to the airport by the bus lines 78, 78A and 78N that you can take from Macedonia Intercity Bus Station or from other bus stops in the city. You can buy tickets from the ticket vending machines on the buses and arrive at the airport in about one hour.
Rent a car
Renting a car is another option you can prefer to get to Macedonia (Thessaloniki) Airport. You can rent a car of any brand and model from all car rental companies providing this service in the city center.
Airport Information
There is a three-storey terminal building at the airport. The ground floor is only used for arrivals and divided into two sections as domestic and international arrivals. The first floor of the terminal building is for the departing (outgoing) passengers and there are also shopping stores, waiting halls, snack bars and kiosks on this floor. The second floor of the airport has two restaurants and many bars where you can meet your eating and drinking needs.
Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Metro- The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
- You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
- Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
- You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
- With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
- The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
- The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
- For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
- E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
- E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
- 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
- MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
- Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
- With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
- You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
- You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
- You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
- Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
- There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
- If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
- You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
- It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Bus- From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
- The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
- You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
- The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
- After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
- The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
- The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
- Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
- You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
- The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
- Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
- A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
- Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
- You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
- If you make a reservation before
Istanbul Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
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11 Oct
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Which airports can I use for Thessaloniki-Istanbul flights?
Which airports can I use for Thessaloniki-Istanbul flights?
For Thessaloniki-Istanbul flights, you can use Thessaloniki - Makedonia Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Thessaloniki-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Thessaloniki-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Thessaloniki-Istanbul is 510 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for Thessaloniki-Istanbul flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Thessaloniki-Istanbul flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Thessaloniki-Istanbul flights is Wednesday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Thessaloniki-Istanbul?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Thessaloniki-Istanbul?
Aegean Airlines, Air Serbia, Turkish Airlines organizes direct flights between Thessaloniki-Istanbul.
Thessaloniki-Istanbul: which airline is better value on this route?
Thessaloniki-Istanbul: 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 $75.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Aegean Airlines | $75 | No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage |
 Air Serbia | $114 | No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage (55x40x23 cm cm) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Turkish Airlines | $127 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 11.10.2026
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