Thessaloniki to London (SKG–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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BA671
BA British
32N
1:35 PM
EEST T1
3:15 PM
BST
3h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
BA673
BA British
32A
3:50 PM
EEST T1
5:20 PM
BST
3h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
BA670
BA British
32N
6:05 AM
BST T5
11:25 AM
EEST
3h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
BA672
BA British
32A
8:15 AM
BST T5
1:35 PM
EEST
3h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Thessaloniki to London
1 carrier, 10 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 10 Flights/wk 1,346 mi 3h 30m nonstop -2h behind 45 1-stop hubs

SKG–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,346 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 45 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop SKG–LHR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
BA British Airways 10 32A, 32N 3h30-3h40 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
32A Airbus A320 – BA
32N Airbus A320neo – BA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: BA (10 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, SKG to LHR direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
10
Outbound / wk
10
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SKG to LHR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
45
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,627
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach London from Thessaloniki

Nearby airports with service to London Heathrow Airport.
Metric SKG→LHR SOF→LHR
Distance from SKG 152 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 10 9
Flight time 3h 30m 3h 9m
Airports within 200 miles of SKG with service to London Heathrow Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
London is 2 hours behind Thessaloniki.
SKG: EEST · LHR: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Thessaloniki, it's 4:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
1,346 mi / 2,166 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 30m to 3h 40m.
Visa & Entry

Greek passport holders do not need a visa for the UK for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2, 2025, you must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before traveling. The ETA costs GBP 20, allows multiple entries over 2 years, and is linked to your passport. Apply through the UK ETA app. Most approvals come through within minutes.

A valid passport is required. Greek national ID cards are not accepted for UK entry.

Getting from LHR

Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.

London Climate

Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.

SKG–LHR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Thessaloniki to London route.
Route details
Distance1,346 mi / 2,166 km
Flight time3h 30m to 3h 40m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights10 out / 10 return
1-stop connections45 hubs
Origin: SKG
IATA / ICAOSKG / LGTS
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Passengers/yr7.3M
Elevation22 ft / 7 m
Destination: LHR
IATA / ICAOLHR / EGLL
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr83.9M
Elevation83 ft / 25 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SKG to LHR flights.
Nonstop flights from Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport to London Heathrow Airport take approximately 3h 30m to 3h 40m. The route covers 1,346 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: British Airways.
There are approximately 10 nonstop flights per week from SKG to LHR. The return direction has about 10 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CGN, ZAG, GOT, HAJ, BUD, CHQ, BRU, CDG, MLA, MXP, BEG, ZRH, FRA, MUC, ATH, YYZ, ARN, BER, STR, DUS, BLQ, STN, OTP, HER, LCA, LGW, IST, BCN, HAM, AMS, ORY, VIE, CPH, WAW, JMK, NAP, MAN, DUB, FCO, JTR, PRG, KRK, EDI, PFO and TLV. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 2 hours behind Thessaloniki.
Yes, return flights from LHR to SKG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SOF. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from SKG to LHR

Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

SKG to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SKG to LHR ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 40 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

45 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 Sofia (SOF).