Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Thessaloniki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Helsinki.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your HEL to SKG flight.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Finnair offers direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Thessaloniki — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
Finnair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for HEL to SKG flights is Ryanair.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HEL and SKG:
Munich Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flight is $30. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $127. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from HEL to SKG, book your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from HEL to SKG.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
84% of flights departing from Helsinki Vantaa Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of HEL.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is approximately 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
Consider staying in a hotel near SKG if you have a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Thessaloniki Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Centauro or Record Go and experience the lesser-explored corners of Thessaloniki and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Thessaloniki Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Airport is roughly 16 kilometers from the center of Thessaloniki. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Thessaloniki in March.
When booking your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Thessaloniki Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HEL to SKG sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Thessaloniki, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometers south to Athens to tick off its leading sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 121 kilometers south of Thessaloniki. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are key highlights.


