Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Thessaloniki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest.
Take your pick of 22 weekly Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flights. The 07:35 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 23:45.
Your OTP to SKG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, so getting to Thessaloniki (and then exploring more of Greece!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers OTP to SKG flights, with 76.67% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between OTP and SKG:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
$32 is the lowest price for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $65. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from OTP to SKG, book your journey six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Of all flights leaving Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Bucharest to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near OTP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SKG instead:
Grab a Thessaloniki International Airport rental car and explore Thessaloniki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Centauro and Record Go are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Thessaloniki International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Thessaloniki. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Thessaloniki. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from OTP to SKG sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, a visit to Athens will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki. No trip is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.