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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 10:58 am
• Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 11:18 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 28m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport.

A nonstop flight from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport takes 1h 28m, covering 306 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport range from $187 to $273, with an average of $222 over the past 12 months. Anything below $187 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 37% above the $222 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $221 round-trip, compared to $370 via a layover through Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $34–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321 (sharklets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Aegean Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $89, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

• CIRCULAR
• Avec Car Rental
• Ok Mobility
• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental

Flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

Most connecting flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport pass through Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $181 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $328, a difference of $147.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Thessaloniki and Istanbul Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Turkish Airlines
• Aegean Airlines

Istanbul Airport is 1 hour ahead of Thessaloniki (Turkey Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Thessaloniki to Istanbul Airport flights:

• Aegean Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.