Flying from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG): What you need to know
Brussels has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG) heading out from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 40 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport flight.
Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport is located in Thessaloniki. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Brussels.
The most popular route is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG). Choose from 4 direct services every week. Aegean Airlines operates a 11:25am departure between BRU and SKG.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Brussels to SKG. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG) depart from this terminal.
When taking off from BRU, you can take a direct flight from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport with Aegean Airlines.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BRU and SKG is Aegean Airlines.
Aegean Airlines sets the standard for punctuality. An exceptional 86.96% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
75% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Consider flying out of Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). You can book a direct Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG) plane ticket from this hub.
You can board a direct flight from Brussels to SKG with Ryanair. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of CRL.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for passengers flying from CRL to SKG.
Ryanair is the most reliable carrier flying from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport, with 73.81% of its services reaching their destination on time.
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Brussels South Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to SKG flight:
78% of flights out of Brussels South Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SKG instead:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport flight.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport to the centre of Thessaloniki is around 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)
R 551 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport. A return flight starts at R 1,142. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap flights from Brussels to SKG by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for picking up cheap Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG). July is the most popular month to visit Thessaloniki. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in November.
The warmest month in Thessaloniki is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Brussels to SKG plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Thessaloniki
After booking your flight from Brussels to Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Thessaloniki:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue are must-visits when exploring Thessaloniki.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Thessaloniki, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel around 113 kilometres southwest to Larisa to check off its popular sights. From Larissa Ancient Ruins to Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
