Flying from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG): what you need to know
Thessaloniki is seven hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to SKG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New York Newark Airport to Thessaloniki Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between EWR and SKG include:
London Heathrow Airport
Athens International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way New York Newark Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flight is R 3,473. A return ticket right now is R 9,817. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EWR to SKG if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from New York Newark Airport to Thessaloniki Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EWR to SKG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from New York Newark Airport to Thessaloniki Airport.
Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
71% of flights that take off from New York Newark Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach New York Newark Airport from central New York, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Thessaloniki Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near EWR:
Arriving at Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
If you're coming in on a late New York Newark Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SKG:
Grab a Thessaloniki Airport rental car and discover Thessaloniki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Centauro and Record Go are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Thessaloniki Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Airport to central Thessaloniki has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to Thessaloniki Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Thessaloniki based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from New York Newark Airport to Thessaloniki Airport for July if you want to explore Thessaloniki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EWR to SKG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Thessaloniki, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres south to Athens to tick off its top attractions. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are the start of reasons to visit.