Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)

Arriving passengers step into designated passport control or domestic arrival paths, proceed to baggage reclaim, and clear customs into the main arrivals hall.

• Deplane via jetbridge or airside shuttle bus to the arrivals corridor.
• Passengers arriving from non-Schengen origins must clear Hellenic Police passport control before entering the baggage hall.
• Collect checked luggage from the assigned carousel in the central baggage area.
• Proceed through customs clearance: choose the green channel for goods within duty-free allowances or the red channel if declaring items.
• Exit into the public arrivals hall to access ground transport options, ATMs, and airport services.

• Bus

  Public Bus

  OASTH municipal express bus linking the airport directly to the city centre, central railway station, and intercity bus terminal.

  Tid:

  roughly 40-60 minutes

  Typisk pris:

  typically €1.80 - €2.00

• Taxa

  Taxi

  Official rank located directly outside the arrivals hall exit.

  Tid:

  roughly 25-40 minutes

  Typisk pris:

  typically €25 - €35

• Biludlejning

  Car Rental

  Major international and local car rental company counters located in the terminal arrivals area.

  Tid:

  roughly 25-40 minutes drive to centre

  Typisk pris:

  varies by provider and season

Connecting passengers must follow overhead signage to transfer security or proceed through landside arrivals if changing airlines.

• Schengen-to-Schengen transfers generally do not require repeating passport control if staying airside.
• Non-Schengen to Schengen connections require full immigration clearance and security screening before entering the departure gate area.
• If self-transferring with checked luggage across separate bookings, exit landside to reclaim bags and re-check them at the departures counters.

Free Wi-Fi access is available across all public passenger areas of the terminals.

• Select the official airport network ('Fraport Free Wi-Fi') on your device.
• A landing page will prompt acceptance of basic terms of service.
• No mandatory payment or local phone number is required for connection.

ATMs and currency exchange desks are accessible in both the departures and arrivals areas.

• Euro (EUR) is the local currency used throughout Greece.
• ATMs accepting international Debit/Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are situated in landside and airside zones.
• Currency exchange counters operate during standard flight schedules.
• Electronic payments are universally accepted across airport shops, taxis, and city businesses.

A selection of cafes, bakeries, and quick-service dining options are available both before and after security.

• Landside options include local Greek bakeries and coffee outlets in the main concourse.
• Airside options offer grab-and-go sandwiches, pastries, hot beverages, and traditional Greek snacks.
• Outlets generally remain open to match scheduled flight departures.

Executive lounges are located airside for eligible premium passengers and pay-per-use visitors.

• Aegean Business Lounge is available in the departure area for star alliance premium passengers and lounge key holders.
• Manolis Andronikos (VIP / Executive Lounge) provides comfortable seating, refreshments, and business facilities.
• Access can be purchased at entry subject to space availability.

There are no hotels physically inside the airport building, but several properties lie within 2 to 5 km.

• Nearby hotels along the airport access corridor offer short taxi journeys or dedicated shuttle services.
• City centre hotels in central Thessaloniki are accessible via the 24-hour OASTH bus routes (1X/1N) or taxi.
• Pre-booking transit accommodation is advised during the summer peak season.

Baggage reclaim carousels are located immediately following passport control in the arrivals area.

• Flight numbers are displayed on overhead screens above designated carousels.
• Luggage trolleys are positioned near the baggage belts for passenger use.
• Lost or damaged luggage inquiries must be directed to your airline's handling agent desk in the reclaim area.

Basic family amenities are present across the terminal facilities.

• Dedicated baby care rooms equipped with changing tables are available near major toilet facilities.
• Stroller-friendly lifts connect the ground floor arrivals to upper departure levels.
• Children's play areas or activity spots are situated in the airside departure zone.

• ATMs
• Currency exchange
• Information desk
• First aid station
• Car rental desks
• Baby care rooms
• Duty-free shops
• Free Wi-Fi

Lokalt nødnummer: 112 (European emergency number)

• Dial 112 for all general emergency assistance (Police, Ambulance, Fire) from any phone.
• First aid and medical assistance are available on-site; request aid via any airport staff member or information desk.
• If you lose your passport, contact your embassy or consulate in Greece and report the loss to the airport Hellenic Police station.

• Tjek dit pas gyldighed og eventuelle visum, ETA eller indrejseerklæring, der kræves.
• Bekræft din afgangsterminal på dit boardingpas dagen før.
• Aktivér et travel eSIM, så du er online i det øjeblik, du lander.
• Download offlinekort, og tag screenshots af din hoteladresse og bookingreference.
• Fortæl din bank, at du rejser, og medbring et reservebetalingskort.
• Gem det lokale nødnummer og din ambassades kontaktinformation på din telefon.
• Fotografer dit pas, og gem kopien et sted, hvor du kan få adgang offline.
• Tjek bagageregler og eventuelle forbudte genstande for din destination.

Lufthavnsdriften ændrer sig. Bekræft altid terminaler, priser og tidsplaner med de officielle kilder nedenfor, før du rejser.

• Thessaloniki Airport Official WebsiteOfficiel lufthavnskilde
• Independent Authority for Public Revenue (Customs)Regeringskilde
• OASTH Thessaloniki Urban Transport OrganizationOfficiel transitkilde
• General Secretariat for Civil ProtectionRegeringskilde