How to get to Thessaloniki from Düsseldorf

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Compare flight and coach for Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £148 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £148, while a flight costs an average of £511.

Distance: 1710 km

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£511

Average Price

£148

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Cheapest

£461

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7h 2m

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5h 2m

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46h 7m

Average total duration

45h 37m

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30m

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21h 25m

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(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki is a coach with an average price of £148.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki:

A coach is £363 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki costing on average £511.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 2m.

Other travel options to Thessaloniki take longer:

Coach takes on average 46h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Thessaloniki including taking a flight and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £148 compared to roughly £461 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £313. The journey takes 45h 37m versus 21h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki

How to get to Thessaloniki from Düsseldorf by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Malta AirFR 5714
    16:002h45
    Dusseldorf Weeze Airport
    19:45Thessaloniki International Airport
    £641One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 5714
    16:002h45
    Dusseldorf Weeze Airport
    19:45Thessaloniki International Airport
    £641One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW652
    7:102h30
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    10:40Thessaloniki International Airport
    £791One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:2051h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    22:30Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ)
    £1401One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:3850h47
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:25Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ)
    £1421One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    16:3852h52
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    22:30Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ)
    £1521One-way
    3 changes
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO404 · LO607
    10:256h00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    17:25Thessaloniki International Airport
    £1911One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO404 · LO605
    10:2525h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    12:55Thessaloniki International Airport
    £1911One-way
    1 change
  • CitizenPlane541
    12:402h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    16:15Thessaloniki International Airport
    £2021One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki

Travel to Thessaloniki easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki.

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There are 2 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Thessaloniki including taking a flight and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki is a coach with an average price of £148.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki:

A coach is £363 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki costing on average £511.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 2m.

Other travel options to Thessaloniki take longer:

Coach takes on average 46h 7m.

The Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki distance is approximately 1710 km.
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki is:
  • Around 49 flights per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Thessaloniki as scheduled services by flight and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Thessaloniki International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Thessaloniki by coach.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Sas Airways, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Eurowings, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Smartwings, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, GetJet Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, TAP Portugal, Aegean Airlines, Ryanair to go to Thessaloniki by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Avion Express Malta, Smartwings, Malta Air, Aegean Airlines, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki often also extend their vacation to go to Sofia, Athens, Istanbul, Belgrade, Bucharest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Thessaloniki and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Düsseldorf to Thessaloniki, you can choose from several travel options including flight and coach.
In Thessaloniki, you can explore the Museum of Byzantine Culture to see Byzantine art and artifacts, wander through vibrant local markets for a taste of Greek culture and cuisine, and enjoy performances at the Thessaloniki Concert Hall. Take a leisurely walk along the waterfront promenade and experience the lively nightlife in the Ladadika district. Best sights include the White Tower of Thessaloniki, the Rotunda of Galerius, Aristotelous Square, the Church of Agios Dimitrios, and Ano Poli for its traditional architecture and stunning views.
Typically, spending two to three days in Thessaloniki allows travellers to explore its main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture.

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