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Arrival guide

Thessaloniki Airport to the city center

Bus, taxi, or metro connection: the practical ways to reach Ladadika without arrival stress.

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By Christos Petkakis. Updated June 2026.

How to get from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to the city center: 01X and 01N buses, taxi times, the metro, and practical arrival tips near Ladadika.

How far is Thessaloniki Airport from the city center?

Thessaloniki Airport "Makedonia" (SKG) sits about 15 kilometers southeast of the center. Driving or taking a taxi usually takes 20 to 30 minutes outside rush hour, and up to 45 minutes in traffic.

The Loena entrance you will meet on arrival
The Loena entrance at 13 Ernestou Emprar — what you will meet on arrival.

By bus: lines 01X (day) and 01N (night)

OASTH city buses link the airport with the center around the clock: line 01X covers daytime hours and 01N runs overnight. The ride into the center usually takes 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic. Buy a ticket before boarding and validate it on the bus.

  • 01X: daytime service
  • 01N: overnight service
  • Stops outside arrivals

By taxi or arranged transfer

Taxis wait outside arrivals, and the ride to Ladadika usually takes 20 to 30 minutes. If you prefer a pre-arranged transfer, the Loena team can help you organize one before you land.

By Thessaloniki metro

The Thessaloniki metro serves the city center, with Venizelou station a short walk from Ladadika. The network does not currently reach the airport, so a bus or taxi remains the practical arrival link.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take from Thessaloniki Airport to the city centre?

By taxi or car, usually 20 to 30 minutes outside rush hour — allow up to 45 in traffic. The OASTH bus takes 30 to 45 minutes depending on the time of day. The airport sits about 15 kilometers southeast of the centre.

Does the Thessaloniki metro reach the airport?

Not yet — the network serves the city centre, so for arrival you will need the bus or a taxi. Venizelou station, though, is a short walk from Ladadika, so once you are in the city the metro is at hand.

Is there a night bus from Thessaloniki Airport?

Yes. OASTH buses link the airport with the centre around the clock: line 01X by day and 01N overnight. Buy a ticket before boarding and validate it on the bus.

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