How to get from Ankara to Thessaloniki
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We compared the ways to travel from Ankara to Thessaloniki. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 7h 30m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 843 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €59, on Wed, Sep 9.
This fare comes from a search on August 13, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
843 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €347Older observation | 7h 30m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €59Older observation | 21h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€347Older observation7h 30m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€59Older observation21h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ankara to Thessaloniki: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Ankara → Viennaflight
Pegasus Airlines·1h 40m - 2Vienna → Thessalonikiflight
Pegasus Airlines·2h 40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Ankara to Thessaloniki
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€182October 2026
€182November 2026
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Pegasus AirlinesAnkara-ViennaSee live options and dates →Pegasus AirlinesVienna-ThessalonikiSee live options and dates →
Metro TurizmAnkara-KeşanBook →
ArdaTurKeşan-ThessalonikiBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm, ArdaTur; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Ankara to Thessaloniki works
Start with a Pegasus Airlines flight from Ankara to Thessaloniki, connecting in Vienna, about 7h 30m. In total it's roughly €347 over 7h 30m, 1 transfer.
Ankara to Thessaloniki: common questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Thessaloniki?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 7h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Thessaloniki from Ankara?
About 843 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Thessaloniki cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €347. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Ankara to Thessaloniki?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 7h 30m in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Ankara to Thessaloniki?
About 7h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Ankara and Thessaloniki?
Ankara is ESB and Thessaloniki is SKG, so this route is usually written ESB to SKG.
Which operators run Ankara to Thessaloniki?
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm, ArdaTur.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Thessaloniki?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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