How to travel from Thessaloniki to Rome

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Compare flight for Thessaloniki to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Thessaloniki to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €140 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €140, while a flight costs an average of €384.

Distance: 549 miles (885 km)

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€384

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€140

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€127

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6h 2m

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41h 28m

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18h 34m

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The cheapest way to travel from Thessaloniki to Rome is a bus with an average price of €140.

This is compared to other travel options from Thessaloniki to Rome:

A bus is €244 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Thessaloniki to Rome costing on average €384.

The fastest way to travel from Thessaloniki to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 2m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 41h 28m.

Yes, you can take a flight between Thessaloniki and Rome.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Thessaloniki to Rome among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 14h 32m sooner (4h 2m by flight vs 18h 34m by car). Tickets start at around €384 compared to roughly €127 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Thessaloniki to Rome

How to get from Thessaloniki to Rome by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Thessaloniki to Rome is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Malta AirFR 7816
    7:10 PM1h55
    Thessaloniki International Airport
    8:05 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €761One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 7816
    7:10 PM1h55
    Thessaloniki International Airport
    8:05 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €761One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 7816
    7:10 PM1h55
    Thessaloniki International Airport
    8:05 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €761One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Aegean AirlinesA3119 · A3652
    4:20 PM6h10
    Thessaloniki International Airport
    9:30 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €1571One-way
    1 transfer
  • Aegean AirlinesA3115 · A3652
    12:50 PM9h40
    Thessaloniki International Airport
    9:30 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €1571One-way
    1 transfer
  • Aegean AirlinesA3107 · A3652
    8:40 AM13h50
    Thessaloniki International Airport
    9:30 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €1571One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Thessaloniki to Rome

Travel to Rome easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Thessaloniki to Rome.

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You can travel between Thessaloniki and Rome by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Thessaloniki to Rome is a bus with an average price of €140.

This is compared to other travel options from Thessaloniki to Rome:

A bus is €244 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Thessaloniki to Rome costing on average €384.

The fastest way to travel from Thessaloniki to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 2m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 41h 28m.

The distance from Thessaloniki to Rome is approximately 549 miles (885 km).
The average frequency per day from Thessaloniki to Rome is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Thessaloniki and Rome as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Thessaloniki to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Thessaloniki International Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Thessaloniki to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rome by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Avion Express Malta, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Smartwings, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, GetJet Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, ITA, Aegean Airlines, Ryanair to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Thessaloniki to Rome:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Thessaloniki to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.

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