Traveling from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.
Thessaloniki's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Thessaloniki two hours ahead of Leeds.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LBA to SKG flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Jet2 is your gateway to exploring Thessaloniki (and perhaps some other great parts of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travelers prefer to fly with on this route is Jet2.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LBA and SKG:
Vienna International Airport
Malta International Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
$64 is the best price for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $142. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from LBA to SKG by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
Of all flights leaving Leeds Bradford International Airport, 68.63% touch down on time at their destination.
Leeds Bradford International Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Leeds. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LBA? If you've booked an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SKG instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Thessaloniki International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Centauro or Record Go and chase adventure across Thessaloniki and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Thessaloniki International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki International Airport to central Thessaloniki has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Thessaloniki in April.
When booking your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LBA to SKG around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Thessaloniki, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometers south to Athens to check off its leading sights. From Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Larisa is another standout destination in Greece and is around 121 kilometers south of Thessaloniki. No trip is complete without a visit to Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.