Travelling from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 5 hours ahead of Thessaloniki, where Thessaloniki International Airport is located. Bangkok operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from SKG to Bangkok, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from SKG to Bangkok, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
If you have a passport from Greece, you will need an e-visa to visit Thailand. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and certainly before flying.
SKG is around 18 kilometres from central Thessaloniki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SKG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Bangkok
Rs78,000 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs160,708. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SKG to Bangkok if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from checking for flight tickets from SKG to Bangkok every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 6 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 27 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. After your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from SKG to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Bangkok, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok for April to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from SKG to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
After locking in your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bangkok, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are highlights which should be on every Bangkok itinerary.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
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