Travelling from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
A direct flight from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport takes on average 55 minutes. Thessaloniki's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Corfu.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
To break up your flight from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the CFU - SKG route include:
Naples International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
After booking your cheap ticket from CFU to SKG, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within Greece. As long as you have some other form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
15 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. Return flights start from 30 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CFU to SKG.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CFU to SKG. You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have fallen. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
Play around with filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Travelling from central Corfu to Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport takes approximately 18 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 8 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near CFU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Book a hotel near SKG if you have a late flight from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
From Thessaloniki International Airport, Thessaloniki is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 7 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Thessaloniki in April.
Before locking in your flight from Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CFU to SKG in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC and 12ºC then.
More about Thessaloniki
Once you've locked in your flights from CFU to SKG, you'll want to find a place to stay in Thessaloniki. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture are must-visits when exploring Thessaloniki.
Complete your Thessaloniki trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Thessaloniki International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Thessaloniki escape.