Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
The timezone in Thessaloniki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Budapest.
You can choose from 12 weekly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Wizz Air operates the last service of the day at 18:05.
Your BUD to SKG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Thessaloniki (and then seeing more of Greece!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Ryanair.
Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier that operates BUD to SKG flights. A dependable 80.95% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BUD and SKG:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight is $39. A round-trip ticket is currently $78. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BUD to SKG by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BUD to SKG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
71.48% of flights taking off from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Budapest to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BUD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
If you're coming in on a late Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SKG:
Grab a Thessaloniki International Airport rental car and explore Thessaloniki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Centauro and Record Go are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Thessaloniki International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
From Thessaloniki International Airport, Thessaloniki is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Thessaloniki. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUD to SKG in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Thessaloniki. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
If you want to check out another major stop in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are highlights.