Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport.
Thessaloniki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Chania.
Every week, there are six Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, select the 06:00 Aegean Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:20 with Ryanair.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CHQ to SKG flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Thessaloniki — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Among carriers operating CHQ to SKG flights, Ryanair leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CHQ and SKG:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
P1,053 is the lowest price for a one-way Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. Return flights start from P3,342. These prices may change based on demand.
Book seven months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CHQ to SKG.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
91.98% of flights departing from Chania International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of CHQ.
Central Chania to Chania International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CHQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SKG instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Thessaloniki International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Centauro or Record Go and explore beyond Thessaloniki's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Thessaloniki International Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
From Thessaloniki International Airport, Thessaloniki is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Thessaloniki in April.
Before locking in your flight from Chania International Airport to Thessaloniki International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Thessaloniki, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to SKG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, a trip to Athens will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki. No trip is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.