Travelling from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 6 hours behind Thessaloniki, where Thessaloniki International Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from SKG to New York, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from SKG to New York that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you have a passport from Greece. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Thessaloniki, SKG can be reached in about 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 7 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near SKG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York is ₹ 18,995. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 36,634. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SKG to New York, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 28 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Once your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 48 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near JFK. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from SKG to New York at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month for flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to New York in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from SKG to New York in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to New York, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are leading attractions which should be on any good New York itinerary.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
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