London to Thessaloniki (LHR–SKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LHR–SKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,346 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways | 10 | 32A, 32Q | 3h20 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Thessaloniki from London
| Metric | LHR→SKG | LGW→SKG | STN→SKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LHR | – | 25 mi | 41 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 13 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 3h 12m | 3h 15m |
Travel Essentials
LHR: BST · SKG: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 8:00 PM in Thessaloniki.
British passport holders enter Greece visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (no published Greek minimum, but EUR 50 per day is the informal reference). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. Greek islands are part of the Schengen zone and count toward the same 90 days.
Direct flights from London to Athens run about 3 hours 30 minutes. Dozens of UK airports serve Greek islands (Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Santorini, Mykonos, Zakynthos) seasonally via easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2, and TUI. Greece uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are valid for car rental on the islands, though some agencies ask for an International Driving Permit. Ferry connections between islands are frequent but pre-booking in July and August is critical for vehicle transport.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–SKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to SKG
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LHR to SKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to SKG ranges from 3 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,346 miles (2,166 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CGN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LGW), London, Essex (STN) and Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).