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$71 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to Thessaloniki departing on 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki (IST-SKG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
Aegean Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 7:55 amIST-SKG
11h 05m1 stop
Aegean Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 3:00 pmSKG-IST
3h 45m1 stop
$217Aegean Airlines
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Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
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9:10 am - 10:15 pmIST-SKG
13h 05m1 stop
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10:40 pm - 8:30 amSKG-IST
9h 50m1 stop
Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
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8:35 pm - 6:25 pmIST-SKG
21h 50m2 stops
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10:40 pm - 8:30 amSKG-IST
9h 50m1 stop
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 8:25 pmIST-SKG
1h 25mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 10:45 pmSKG-IST
1h 30mnonstop
$227Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 8:45 amIST-SKG
1h 20mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 10:45 pmSKG-IST
1h 30mnonstop
$235Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 18
Air Serbia Logo
4:35 pm - 3:10 amIST-SKG
10h 35m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
4:45 am - 3:30 amSKG-IST
22h 45m1 stop
$237Air Serbia
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Thu, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 16
Air Serbia Logo
4:35 pm - 3:10 amIST-SKG
10h 35m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
4:10 pm - 2:55 pmSKG-IST
22h 45m1 stop
$252Air Serbia
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Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 5
KLM Logo
5:05 pm - 9:05 amIST-SKG
16h 00m1 stop
KLM Logo
10:20 pm - 1:20 amSKG-IST
27h 00m1 stop
$383KLM
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Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 5
Lufthansa Logo
2:00 pm - 11:05 pmIST-SKG
9h 05m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
8:10 am - 5:00 pmSKG-IST
8h 50m1 stop
$680Lufthansa
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Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 5
Lufthansa Logo
2:00 pm - 11:05 pmIST-SKG
9h 05m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
8:10 am - 5:00 pmSKG-IST
8h 50m1 stop
$681Lufthansa
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Thessaloniki flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Istanbul, you’ll find the best rates on Sundays and the most expensive ones on Wednesdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki is January, where tickets cost $205 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $394 and $355 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $254 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 47% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$71
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 0% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

When to book flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Thessaloniki based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Istanbul to Thessaloniki flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki was $71 for a one-way ticket and $217 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Istanbul and Thessaloniki?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Thessaloniki from Istanbul.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

    The Airbus A321 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Thessaloniki flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul and Thessaloniki.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

    There are nonstop flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, Aegean Airlines or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki are Aegean Airlines and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of $216 and an overall rating of 8.1, Aegean Airlines is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $264 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Thessaloniki from Istanbul is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Thessaloniki with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline. Booking your flights between Istanbul and SKG can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Thessaloniki from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $211 or less one-way and $343 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to Thessaloniki Makedonia.
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki Makedonia Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Thessaloniki Makedonia

Monday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

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Direct returns

Thessaloniki Makedonia to Istanbul

Monday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines

Aegean Airlines, Gulf Air, +1 more

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Thessaloniki? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
Aegean AirlinesOverall score based on 781 reviews
7.0Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.8Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.4Food
Airline reviews

Short flight. Was not told if there was a kosher option for the snack.

10.0 ExcellentMarian, Jul 2025SKG - MUC
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Short flight. Was not told if there was a kosher option for the snack.

Lost my bagage on the first leg of our trip. Not even on the transfer but on the first flight they didnt put our bagage

The crew aboard Aegean were excellent, they picked on our son’s anxiety and immediately came to the rescue to see what they could do to make it go away.

My experience with a GNA was extremely poor. My original flight was canceled. They put me on another flight. Four hours later. They changed my seat number to the last row where I had no room at all and it cost me $120 for luggage. Additionally, I missed my ferry in Paris Athens. I had to rebook my ferry and I could not get a refund so by them canceling the trip for four hours it caused me no ferry to go to Betsy. I had to find a room that night. The only one I could find was at the Hyatt grand in Athens And I lost a night. Stay at Betsy that I had already prepaid so no my experience was awful. Additionally, they never said on any intercom that Greece was one hour ahead of Paris so that was a problem. We had no idea and when it was never communicated to us

Ove Aegean Airlines! Used them for several flights over past 4.months. never flown w them before but will certainly use in the future!!!

A thoroughly enjoyable experience in business class, which we “won” in the airlines lottery In exchange for a relatively small deposit. The breakfast served at the beginning of this three hour flight was absolutely phenomenal. I would be tempted to fly Aegean airlines on a transatlantic flight in light of this experience.

Was grateful that this flight was held for us as we were late from our prior flight.

Our connecting flight from Barcelona to Athens was late and it appeared that we would not make the connectimg flight to Telaviv. The plane ended up waiting and we made the connection. The airline redeemed itself.

Lovely experience with Aegean. The crew felt with some extremely rude customers with professionalism and poise. The flight went off without a hitch and even landed early!

When a flight has a delay of about an hour it is customary to announce the passengers

We couldn’t fly to Chicago on our booked flight. The flight was overbooked.

Outdated business class on this aircraft, no flat bed, and even minimal recline. Couldn’t sleep at all. Laggy and outdated entertainment system. Food sub standard.

Small seat space for 13 hours flight, they charged for baggage , very bad quality of food,

I was sitting almost in the back, the seats are very tight and there’s no legroom, it’s uncomfortable for a long distance

Absolute worst airline. Charged us $720 to check 4 bags (2 of which were carry-on). Entertainment systems didnt work. And on a 12 hour flight they served 2 meals and never once came around outside of those 2 meals with a beverage or cup of water. Will never fly them again.

Took forever to board. They made announcements without the loudspeaker and since the waiting room was full of screaming kids, no one could hear what they were saying. The business class sleeper seats were designed for tall skinny people. When partially reclined there was nowhere to rest my feet because they did not reach the footrest. and when fully reclined there wasn't room at my sides for my arms. Definitely one of the worst sleeper seats I have ever had.

I hate to have pay for my first luggage 165$ when I did my search on Kayak with 2 luggages .I don't plan to use kayak in the future and go with Turkish airlines directly

It was great except my luggage was C severely damaged over i picked it up off the carousel in London. . A suit case that had been used once does no longer have the use of the extendable arm as it’s broken

About an hour delay but we made it to Chicago. I feel that the smaller connecting flights are the ones that cause the delays on the bigger planes that fly international.

Amazing trip! No delays, no broken or lost luggage, and amazing food.

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