Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG): what you need to know
Thessaloniki's timezone is UTC+2, making Thessaloniki seven hours ahead of Durham.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your RDU to SKG flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Thessaloniki Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between RDU and SKG:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
R 4,809 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 11,908. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to SKG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Thessaloniki Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RDU to SKG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Thessaloniki Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Thessaloniki Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to RDU:
Arriving at Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SKG instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Thessaloniki Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Centauro or Record Go and experience more of Thessaloniki and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Thessaloniki Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Airport to the centre of Thessaloniki has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Thessaloniki Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Thessaloniki. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Thessaloniki Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to SKG in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, a visit to Athens will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are key reasons to visit.
