Flying from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG): What you need to know
Thessaloniki is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport is located in Thessaloniki, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to SKG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to SKG leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to SKG flight, stay in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land without delays. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SKG:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Central Thessaloniki is about 13 kilometres from Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)
Right now, Rs71,841 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs163,175. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to SKG. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG). July is when most people visit Thessaloniki. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in November.
When booking your Chicago to SKG plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 35ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC and 12ºC.
More about Thessaloniki
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Thessaloniki right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport:
Your Thessaloniki visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Greece you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometres southwest of Thessaloniki, a visit to Larisa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
