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Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
The city’s main archaeological museum, presenting Macedonian gold, sculpture, pottery, and finds from ancient Thessaloniki.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£61
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£460
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
4 h 8 m
Flights on 09 Oct
84
Distance
2137 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Thessaloniki will cost around £460 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £61.
On Fri 09 Oct, we found 84 flights from London to Thessaloniki, including 2 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 2137 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
U28243
A3601 · A3136
A3605 · A3114
A3605 · A3104
A3601 · A3128
U28243
BA670
OS340 · OS823
EW2463 · EW2682
A31456+
A3503Flights from London to Thessaloniki depart on average 80 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 2137 km distance in 3h 15m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2137 km |
Average flight duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Flights per day 80 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 3h 15m |
First flight 0:15 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for London to Thessaloniki flights for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:35 London | 4h45 | 11:20 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:50 London | 3h30 | 11:20 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:15 London | 6h35 | 18:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:25 London | 3h15 | 19:40 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:05 London | 14h25 | 9:30 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:15 London | 8h35 | 5:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 9 October | |||||
U28243 | 5:30 London Gatwick Airport | 3h15 | 10:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
OS340 · OS823 | 6:00 London Heathrow Airport | 4h35 | 12:35 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1988+ TK9193 · A3126 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 12h35 | 21:05 Thessaloniki International Airport | 2 changes | |
A31821+ A3531 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h45 | 14:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1988 · TK1893 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 11h55 | 20:25 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
LH4233+ LH5928 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h45 | 14:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1988 · TK1881 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 24h15 | 8:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
SK500 · SK781 | 6:40 London Heathrow Airport | 27h40 | 12:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1930+ TK9193 · A3126 | 7:25 London Gatwick Airport | 11h40 | 21:05 Thessaloniki International Airport | 2 changes | |
TK1930 · TK1893 | 7:25 London Gatwick Airport | 11h00 | 20:25 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
A31621+ A3503 | 7:25 London Heathrow Airport | 13h45 | 23:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1930 · TK1881 | 7:25 London Gatwick Airport | 23h20 | 8:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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The city’s main archaeological museum, presenting Macedonian gold, sculpture, pottery, and finds from ancient Thessaloniki.
A rich survey of Byzantine art and daily life, with icons, mosaics, textiles, and thoughtfully curated permanent galleries.
A compact museum inside the White Tower tracing Thessaloniki’s urban history through multimedia and historical displays.
The city’s landmark seafront promenade, ideal for walking or cycling with sculpture, gardens, and open views across the bay.
A lively central square by the sea, framed by notable architecture and often used as the starting point for exploring the centre.
The old upper town with Ottoman and Macedonian houses, quiet lanes, small squares, and some of the best city viewpoints.
Layered baked dish of aubergine, minced meat and béchamel. A Greek classic widely loved in Thessaloniki tavernas and homes.
Sesame-crusted bread ring sold by street vendors and bakeries. It is Thessaloniki’s signature grab-and-go breakfast snack.
Rich slow-cooked tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and paprika. Traditionally eaten late at night and linked to northern Greek food culture.
Long-running pastry shop famed for bougatsa, savoury pies and Thessaloniki breakfast classics in a busy casual atmosphere.
Historic central taverna known for meze, seafood and classic Macedonian dishes in a lively old-school setting.
Popular sweet shop and café best known for trigona panoramatos, profiteroles and classic Greek desserts.
Moderate for Greece: rooms, tavernas and buses are usually cheaper than Athens and many Western European city breaks.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; leave small change in cafés.
Official public transport app
Thessaloniki International Airport -> Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki
If you want to travel to Thessaloniki, the city is only three hours away by air. Every day, flights depart from Gatwick, Luton and Stansted, and travellers can pick from early morning, afternoon and evening departures. With plenty of budget tickets thanks to airlines like easyJet and Ryanair, saving money is also easy when you fly.
Airlines flying from London to Thessaloniki include easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways, Jet2 and Norwegian, and you can expect much more choice in the summer months. EasyJet is one of the main operators on the route, offering flights on three days a week from June to September and early morning departures all year-round.
The flight to Thessaloniki from London lasts for between three hours 10 minutes and three hours 25 minutes. EasyJet flights will typically take three hours 15 minutes to get you to northeastern Greece.
Flight numbers vary throughout the year, with the largest number of departures during the summer months. For example, on Saturdays in August, you can expect six options and just three in Aprile. EasyJet generally offer a flight per day in the off season, and multiple flights on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday during the peak season.
Departure airport: Flights to Thessaloniki depart from London Gatwick, Luton and Stansted airports. Most flights take off from Gatwick, which can be reached via high speed rail connections from Victoria. You can easily reach Luton and Stansted via rail or bus links as well, with an average of 30-40 minutes travelling time. At the airports, free WiFi is available, along with passenger lounges, charging sockets and food and drink outlets.
Arrival airport: Wherever you fly from, flights to Thessaloniki arrive at Thessaloniki's Makedonia Airport. The airport is seven miles south of the city itself and is Greece's third busiest. Getting into town is simple. The 78 bus line makes the journey in 30-40 minutes, but major car rental companies are represented at the airport as well. You can check hotel reservations or transport on the web thanks to the airport's free WiFi service, too.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Thessaloniki by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thessaloniki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Thessaloniki flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Thessaloniki airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: Assistance.
London Stansted Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Stansted Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours. ATMs are located in both the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Stansted Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Stansted Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Thessaloniki International Airport is 1 km from Thessaloniki city centre. Public transport options include:
Thessaloniki International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Thessaloniki International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thessaloniki International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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