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Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport

Thessaloniki, Greece

Where to start
Bus 1X/1N from the bus terminal in front of Exit 4 of Terminal 1, or a metered taxi from the rank between Terminals 1 and 2

Thessaloniki Airport is south-east of the city, near the coast road to Halkidiki. Bus 1X (1N at night) runs to the city centre, the new railway station and KTEL Makedonia; 2X links to the metro at Nea Elvetia, 3X links to the metro at Mikra, and 79 serves the eastern bus station (IKEA). Buses leave from Arrivals in front of Exit 4 of Terminal 1. Taxis wait between Terminals 1 and 2, and licensed taxis can also be booked through Uber or Freenow.

Ride Options

Airport Buses (1X/1N / 2X / 3X / 79)

transit

City centre, rail/intercity-bus connections, or metro transfer at Nea Elvetia/Mikra

AvailabilityBus terminal in Arrivals, in front of Exit 4 of Terminal 1
Pickup NoteBuy tickets at the booth or OSETH machines at the bus terminal and choose the line for your destination.
Convenience
Relative costLower cost
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Welcome Pickups

Pre-booked Transfer

Pre-booked transfer to Halkidiki resorts

AvailabilityAvailable at Thessaloniki Airport — book in advance
Pickup NoteYour driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name sign.
Convenience
Relative costCost varies
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Freenow Taxi

taxi

Book a licensed Thessaloniki taxi in the Freenow app

AvailabilityFreenow's current airport list includes Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
Pickup NoteRequest in the app and follow its walking directions to your driver.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Uber Taxi

taxi

Book a licensed Thessaloniki taxi in the Uber app

AvailabilityUber's current SKG airport taxi page confirms airport taxi booking
Pickup NoteRequest in the app and follow its pickup directions.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Official Taxi

taxi

Metered taxi to the city or Halkidiki

AvailabilityRank in Arrivals between Terminals 1 and 2, exits 3–4
Pickup NoteTaxis are metered; motorway tolls are paid on top.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Uber Taxi and Freenow Taxi both support SKG airport trips. These apps book licensed taxis; follow the pickup directions shown in the selected app.

Taxi

The official taxi rank is in Arrivals between Terminals 1 and 2, between exits 3 and 4. Fares are metered, with motorway tolls paid on top.

Shuttle

Many Halkidiki hotels and tour operators arrange transfers.

Transit

The bus terminal is in Arrivals in front of Exit 4 of Terminal 1. 1X/1N runs to the city centre, the new railway station and KTEL Makedonia; 2X to the Nea Elvetia metro transfer station; 3X to the Mikra metro interchange; 79 to the eastern bus station (IKEA). Buy tickets at the booth or the OSETH machines.

Private Transfer

Pre-booked transfer drivers meet you in the arrivals hall with a name sign.

Travel Extras

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Local Tips

  • Bus 1X (1N at night) serves the city centre, the new railway station and KTEL Makedonia.
  • Lines 2X and 3X connect the airport with the Thessaloniki Metro at Nea Elvetia and Mikra respectively; the metro itself doesn't reach the airport.
  • Buy bus tickets at the ticket booth or OSETH machines at the bus terminal; the airport line uses its own airport ticket.
  • The taxi rank is in Arrivals between Terminals 1 and 2, between exits 3 and 4; taxis are metered, with tolls paid on top.
  • Licensed taxis can be booked through both Uber and Freenow; Beat is now Freenow in Greece.

Tarmyq local tip

Heading to Halkidiki? It's a long way past the city. A taxi or pre-booked transfer avoids changing buses; motorway tolls on taxi trips are paid on top of the meter.

Frequently asked questions

Which bus goes from Thessaloniki Airport to the city?

Bus 1X (1N at night), from the bus terminal in front of Exit 4 of Terminal 1. It serves the city centre, the new railway station and KTEL Makedonia.

Does the Thessaloniki Metro go to the airport?

No. Bus 2X connects the airport with the metro transfer station at Nea Elvetia, and 3X connects with the metro at Mikra.

Where is the taxi rank at Thessaloniki Airport?

In Arrivals between Terminals 1 and 2, between exits 3 and 4. Taxis are metered.

Can I use Uber or Freenow at Thessaloniki Airport?

Yes. Both apps book licensed taxis for SKG airport trips; follow the pickup directions shown in the app.

How do I get from Thessaloniki Airport to Halkidiki?

By taxi or pre-booked transfer is simplest. Taxis are metered, with motorway tolls paid on top.