Thessaloniki to Athens Flights

Thessaloniki International Airport

When looking for flights from Thessaloniki, use ebookers to find the best deals listed by airlines to your destination. You will board your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport (officially called Macedonia International Airport), which is situated about nine miles south-east of the central area of Thessaloniki, Greece. The prominent airlines operating from the airport include Air Berlin, British Airways, Cyprus Airways, Aegean Airlines, Alitalia, Austrian Airlines, Germania, Hamburg Airways, Scandinavian Airlines, Astra Airlines, and Olympic Air. It generally takes between thirty and fifty minutes to arrive at the airport from the city centre, but start early if going to the airport during rush hours.

Airport Parking in Thessaloniki

There is plenty of space for parking cars at Thessaloniki airport. The East and West car parks at the airport are open twenty-four hours a day. They offer 1,470 parking spaces, including 28 reserved for the disabled. These parking lots offer both short-term and long-term parking options. If you are going to park your car for several days, you will be charged €25 for the first day and €12 for each consecutive day. For short-term parking, you will have to pay €3.5 per hour and €45 for twenty-hour hours. You can also opt for discounted off-site parking options located near the airport, but first seek information about the private parking space providers. You can get the best deals on car parking from ebookers.

Ground Transportation in Thessaloniki

If you have light luggage, you can reach Thessaloniki airport by bus number 78. The service runs every thirty minutes from the New Railway Station located in the city. The journey by bus takes about forty-five minutes and the ticket costs €0.60. You can also hire a taxi to get to the airport. The fare for a taxi from the city centre to the airport is about €12 to €15.

Restaurants atssaloniki

There are several places for travellers to eat and drink at Thessaloniki airport. You will love the incredible view of Mount Olympus while having food drinks at Goodbye Café-Restaurant. If you are in a hurry, you can order instant coffee at the Airport Café, which is located at the departure lounge of the airport. You can also have your breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Da Vinci Restaurant or enjoy a drink at Galaxy bar in the Hotel Nikopolis. The hotel is situated at about two miles from the airport. Let ebookers get you the best deals on flights from Thessaloniki and plan your travel for an enjoyable experience.

Flying to Athens

As one of the oldest cities in the world, Athens welcomes visitors from around the world to its ancient ruins and beautiful landscapes. Flights into the area land at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. The airport is located about twenty-six miles from downtown Athens and is a main hub for Olympic Air and Aegean Airlines. Plan your next getaway by looking up flights on ebookers.

Transportation from the Airport

There are five car rental agencies located on the arrivals level of the main terminal building for your convenience. Taxi service from the airport to the city of Athens is available at a flat daytime rate of €35 and night-time rate of €50. Four regional bus routes and the KTEL Express service routinely pick up passengers in front of the main terminal. The airport station for Metro rail service is located across the street in the terminal parking area.

Weather in Athens

Athens experiences extremely warm weather in the months of July and August, where the daily high can top 32°C. Make sure to pack swimsuits in order to make the most of the area's beaches and swim clubs. Temperatures cool down in the months of December through March, and you'll want to pack a warm jacket and layer your clothing for temperatures that average in the mid-40s.

Things to Do in Athens

The summer months in Athens are busy as thousands of European tourists take their holiday in the city. Beaches are crowded and air fares will be higher than at other times throughout the year. A good off-season time to visit the area is from April through June, when great deals can be found and the weather is warm enough to enjoy outdoor activities. Visiting historic sites such as the Parthenon and the Acropolis is a must while you are in Athens. Take time for unique experiences that include a visit to the Monastiraki Flea Market or indulge in a fresh fish lunch at the Agora-Athens Central Market. No matter what you decide to do, you'll find an exciting blend of old and new in the ancient city of Athens.