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Cheap flights from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Istanbul (IST)

SKG — IST
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Thessaloniki Makedonia to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$345

Good round-trip deal

$744 or less

Good one-way deal

$253 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Thessaloniki Makedonia to Istanbul.
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Best time to book a flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport (average of $910). Flying from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SKG to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Thessaloniki to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 4% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul?

    Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG), located 8.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul. 1 airline have flights from Thessaloniki Makedonia to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Thessaloniki Makedonia to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($195), offers the cheapest pricing from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport on time: Gulf Air (82%), Aegean Airlines (71%), Turkish Airlines (71%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Thessaloniki to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Thessaloniki to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport (average of $910). Flying from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$195Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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