Cheap flights from Thessaloniki to Rome

Italy's eternal city, served by two Rome airports

deals
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€104
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● return trips

Cheapest return flights to Rome

Dates
Destination
Carrier
Nights
From
MAY 31 ↩ JUN 02
CIA
Ryanair
2 nt
€104
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JUN 21 ↩ JUN 28
CIA
Ryanair
7 nt
€168
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● route notes

About flights to Rome

Two airlines regularly cover Thessaloniki–Rome with different airports and pricing strategies. Ryanair (FR) operates SKG–CIA direct, typically three to four days per week with seasonal expansion in summer. Ciampino is the closer of Rome's two airports (16 km from centre) and the simpler transit for short stays. Aegean Airlines (A3) routes via Athens to Fiumicino (FCO) — adds about 90 minutes to total journey time but enables checked baggage, food, and the flexibility business travellers prefer. For weekend trips, the FR SKG–CIA Friday evening to Sunday or Monday pattern is dominant, typically €80–130 round-trip outside Italian holiday peaks. Settimana Santa (Easter week), the first week of August (Ferragosto), and late December all see fares double or triple — book three to four months ahead if those dates are fixed. Direct flight time on FR is 1 hour 55 minutes. Total journey via Aegean with the ATH connection runs 4–5 hours. Check the Serie A calendar before booking — Rome weekends can get busier when AS Roma or Lazio play at home.

Rome, Italy
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● airport transit

Getting to Rome from the airport

CIA Rome Ciampino primarylow-cost
16km from centre

Terravision and Atral buses to Termini station every 30-45 min for around €6. Journey 40 min normally, up to an hour in peak traffic.

FCO Rome Fiumicino (Leonardo da Vinci)
32km from centre

Leonardo Express train direct to Termini every 15 min for €14. Journey 32 min, no traffic risk. The fastest airport-centre link in Rome.

● why go

Why visit Rome

  • Weekend break with most major sights walkable
  • Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica (separate state, free entry)
  • Roman Forum and Colosseum on one combined ticket
  • Year-round destination — winter is shoulder season with shorter queues
  • Day trips to Ostia Antica or Tivoli (Hadrian's Villa)
  • For a quick Roman coffee, order at the bar counter — sitting at a table usually costs more
● before you fly

What to pack

Rome's climate is Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild rainy winters. Summer (July-August) regularly exceeds 32°C with high humidity; midday sightseeing gets tough. Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) are ideal at 18-25°C. Winter rarely freezes but expect rain and 10-15°C — bring a light waterproof. Marble pavement around the major sights gets slippery when wet; comfortable rubber-soled shoes make a difference. Dress code matters at religious sites — covered shoulders and knees required for St. Peter's and most basilicas. A small reusable bottle works well: Rome's public fountains (nasoni) flow fresh year-round.

● FAQ

Stuff people
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Are there cheap flights from Thessaloniki to Rome?
Yes, but pricing varies more than for northern Italian cities. Ryanair direct SKG–Ciampino is the consistent cheap option (€80–130 round-trip outside holidays). Aegean via Athens usually costs more but includes baggage. Book 4–12 weeks ahead for best Ryanair fares.
Which Rome airport is cheaper from Thessaloniki?
Ciampino (CIA) on Ryanair direct from SKG is consistently the cheapest. Fiumicino (FCO) requires a connection via Athens on Aegean. CIA is closer to central Rome (16 km vs 32 km for FCO) but FCO has the faster Leonardo Express train link.
How long is the flight from Thessaloniki to Rome?
1 hour 55 minutes direct on Ryanair to Ciampino. Via Athens on Aegean, total journey time including connection is 4–5 hours.
When are Rome flights cheapest?
Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) outside Italian school holidays. Avoid Easter week, Ferragosto (first week of August), Christmas, and Italian Republic Day (June 2). Midweek arrivals (Tuesday-Wednesday) are often €30–50 cheaper than Friday arrivals.
Can I do Rome in a weekend from Thessaloniki?
Yes — two nights covers the main sights if you walk and plan tickets ahead. Most landmarks are within 30 minutes' walk of each other. Pre-book Vatican Museums and Colosseum tickets to skip 2–3 hour queues.
Which airlines fly from Thessaloniki to Rome?
Ryanair (SKG–CIA direct, year-round with seasonal frequency changes) and Aegean Airlines (SKG–FCO via ATH connection). Wizz Air occasionally adds seasonal direct SKG–FCO service.
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