Thessaloniki airport transfers from Macedonia airport
Macedonia airport serves Thessaloniki from the south east of the city. The airport bus is the cheapest option, while a taxi or booked transfer takes you directly to your accommodation. Allow about 40 minutes by bus or 20 to 25 minutes by taxi in light traffic, with extra time during busy periods. Your hotel's exact street matters, particularly for addresses in Ano Poli.
The airports
- Macedonia airport (SKG)
- south east of the center, about 20 to 40 minutes in light traffic
Every way from the airport to Thessaloniki
| How | Airport | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| BusAirport city bus | SKG | about 40 minutes to the center, longer in traffic | The cheapest option for central accommodation |
| TaxiOfficial airport taxi | SKG | about 20 to 25 minutes to the center in light traffic | Direct travel with luggage or an uphill address |
| Private transferPrebooked airport transfer | SKG | about 20 to 25 minutes to the center in light traffic | Groups, child seats and an arranged meeting |
How each one works
Bus: Airport city bus
Follow signs outside arrivals to the public bus stop. Airport services connect with the center and transport terminals; check the current route for your nearest stop. Confirm ticket purchase and validation instructions with the operator before boarding.
Taxi: Official airport taxi
Use the signed taxi rank outside arrivals and show the driver your full accommodation address. Confirm the applicable charging arrangement before setting off and ask how you can pay. Hillside addresses can take longer than a central waterfront drop off.
Private transfer: Prebooked airport transfer
Book a vehicle for your passenger and luggage numbers, supplying your flight details and full address. Obtain the meeting instructions before departure and check the driver's waiting policy if your flight is delayed. Arrange child seats when booking if needed.
Arriving late or leaving early
For a late arrival, check the airport bus operator's current night service before relying on it. If your departure is very early, arrange a taxi or transfer in advance and confirm collection at your exact address, particularly in Ano Poli's narrow lanes.
Before you land
- Save your accommodation address in Greek as well as English so that the driver can identify the correct street.
- For the airport bus, check the nearest useful stop against your accommodation's entrance rather than its neighborhood name.
- Allow extra road time during busy periods and follow your airline's guidance on how early to reach the terminal.
Thessaloniki airport transfers from Macedonia airport
Does Thessaloniki airport have a direct metro connection?
Do not assume the city metro reaches the terminal. Use the airport's official transport information to confirm current connections, and plan around a bus, taxi or booked road transfer.
What is the cheapest airport transfer?
The public airport bus is the cheapest option. Check its current stops and ticket instructions before traveling, especially if your accommodation is outside the flat central area.
How long does a taxi take?
Allow about 20 to 25 minutes to the center in light traffic. Congestion, your exact address and the climb into Ano Poli can increase the journey time.
Which option works best for Ano Poli?
A taxi or booked transfer avoids carrying luggage uphill from a central bus stop. Give the full address and check whether the vehicle can reach the accommodation entrance.