Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
Thessaloniki's timezone is UTC+2, making Thessaloniki two hours ahead of Faro.
Your FAO to SKG flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between FAO and SKG include:
Brussels Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Cologne Bonn Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Rs27,288 is the lowest price for a one-way Faro Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs53,864. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FAO to SKG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Faro Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
76.66% of flights that leave from Faro Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Faro Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near FAO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Faro Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
If you have a late Faro Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SKG:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Thessaloniki International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Centauro or Record Go and explore beyond Thessaloniki's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Thessaloniki International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
From Thessaloniki International Airport, Thessaloniki is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Thessaloniki based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Faro Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from FAO to SKG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Thessaloniki, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometres south to Athens to check off its top sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. No visit is complete without checking out Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.