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$92+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki (SKG)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SKG
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Mon 9/1
Mon 9/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Thessaloniki Makedonia are usually found in January or February, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki (SKG). 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 August 27, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(Aegean Airlines)

One-way from

$92
(Air Serbia)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$425

Good round-trip deal

$258 or less

Good one-way deal

$145 or less
From Istanbul to Thessaloniki Makedonia
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 27, 2025.

This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1510:00 pmIST - SKG
1 stop3h 40mAegean Airlines
Fri 11/2111:05 pmSKG - IST
1 stop3h 05mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/26$182
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:30 amIST - SKG
1 stop3h 25mAegean Airlines
Tue 12/239:10 amSKG - IST
1 stop5h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/26$193
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/124:35 amIST - SKG
1 stop4h 20mAegean Airlines
Sun 10/197:45 pmSKG - IST
1 stop6h 35mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/27$194
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/155:30 amIST - SKG
1 stop11h 05mAir Serbia
Thu 11/204:40 amSKG - IST
1 stop10h 15mAir Serbia
Deal found 8/26$203
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:20 amIST - SKG
Nonstop1h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/219:30 amSKG - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/26$204
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2410:40 amIST - SKG
1 stop5h 00mAegean Airlines
Mon 10/279:35 pmSKG - IST
1 stop4h 35mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/26$205
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:35 amIST - SKG
1 stop4h 20mAegean Airlines
Sun 10/127:45 pmSKG - IST
1 stop6h 35mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/27$209
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:20 amIST - SKG
Nonstop1h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/239:30 amSKG - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/26$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:35 amIST - SKG
1 stop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/1810:40 pmSKG - IST
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/26$213

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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Thessaloniki

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IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Sat 11/15

10:00 pm-12:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Fri 11/21

11:05 pm-3:10 am

1 stop3h 05m

$182

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Fri 12/19

6:30 am-8:55 am

1 stop3h 25m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Tue 12/23

9:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$193

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Sun 10/12

4:35 am-8:55 am

1 stop4h 20m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Sun 10/19

7:45 pm-2:20 am

1 stop6h 35m

$194

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Sat 11/15

5:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Thu 11/20

4:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$203

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Sat 11/15

8:20 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Fri 11/21

9:30 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$204

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Fri 10/24

10:40 am-3:40 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Mon 10/27

9:35 pm-3:10 am

1 stop4h 35m

$205

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Sat 10/11

4:35 am-8:55 am

1 stop4h 20m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Sun 10/12

7:45 pm-2:20 am

1 stop6h 35m

$209

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Fri 12/19

8:20 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Tue 12/23

9:30 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$210

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Sat 10/11

4:35 am-8:55 am

1 stop4h 20m

Thessaloniki Makedonia

Sat 10/18

10:40 pm-8:30 am

1 stop9h 50m

$213

IstanbulThessaloniki

IST - SKG

ISTSKG

Istanbul

Sun 9/14

3:40 pm-3:10 am

1 stop11h 30m

$92

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki, you should look to book at least 45 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 Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki (average of $720). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,275). 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 IST to SKG?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 27, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 62% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki?

Reviews of airlines servicing Thessaloniki

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Thessaloniki. 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 Thessaloniki. Reviews last updated August 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
789 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
789 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
789 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,957 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
789 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, you will be flying into Thessaloniki Makedonia. Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG) is just 8.4 mi from the center of the city. Thessaloniki Makedonia is the only Thessaloniki airport and it handles 3 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 2 airlines have flights to Thessaloniki Makedonia from Istanbul on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki?

    Airlines like Aegean Airlines and Air Serbia fly from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki in about 3h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 25m. There are 306 mi between Istanbul Airport and Thessaloniki. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki round-trip?

    Aegean Airlines, at $139, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Turkish Airlines. Aegean Airlines is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki are Malaysia Airlines (100%), Aegean Airlines (72%) and Turkish Airlines (72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki?

    On average you can expect to pay $336 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki. The cheapest flight overall is $126 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Thessaloniki Makedonia) is currently priced at $178.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Thessaloniki 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 Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki (average of $720). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,275). 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 2 airlines flying from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. 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 August 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$139Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$206Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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