Direct charter flights to SKIATHOS from UK airports

Direct charter flights to the neighbouring Skiathos island is the easiest way to get to Skopelos. They run mainly to provide transport for package holidays, excess seats are sold off on a flight only basis. The cost of these seats is usually cheap when compared to scheduled flights. Charter airlines can offer these Skiathos cheap flights by offering more restricted services than the major scheduled or low cost airlines. Regular summer charter flights operate between May until early October direct to  Skiathos from: BIRMINGHAM (Friday), BRISTOL (Friday), EAST MIDLANDS (Friday), LONDON GATWICK (Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday) MANCHESTER (Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday), NEWCASTLE (Friday). Click on the links to the left for details.

We would like to recommend an alternative route; fly to Thessalonica and take a hydrofoil or ferry direct to Skopelos. Even if you have to stay in Thessalonica for one night you can have fun visiting the markets and the museums, all within walking distance of the port. Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece, is one of the oldest cities in Europe, and the city has a lot to offer. Among the numerous monuments of particular interest in the city are those from the Roman period, the Triumphal Arch of Galerius, and the Rotonda. The town today has two quite distinct sectors: the old town, continuously undergoing reconstruction, and the modern sector, whose many modern buildings are examples of advanced architecture. There are also many institutions that contribute to the cultural and academic life of the city. Thessaloniki is a thriving city and one of the most important trade and communications centres in the Mediterranean. There are summer charter flights to Thessaloniki airport from the UK. Click on the links to the left for details.

Volos is the capital of Magnesia Prefecture. It is situated at the centre of the Greek mainland, and is the only outlet to the sea from Thessaly, the country’s largest agricultural region. A nice sea side town with plenty of hydrofoil and ferry services to Skopelos; hydrofoil: 2¼ hours, ferry: 4¼ hours. Founded in the mid 19th century, Volos is a cheerful, lively town, soundly laid out with pleasant, broad streets. The waterfront is an ideal spot for a stroll. A modern coastal avenue bustling with life, it is lined with pastry shops, cafes and restaurants. Volos harbour is particularly active. There are summer charter flights to Volos airport from the UK. Click on the links to the left for details.

Flights to ATHENS from UK airports

The sprawling city of Athens is built around the Acropolis, which dominates the Athenian landscape. This monument is unsurpassed in its beauty, architectural splendour and historical importance and is one of the many reasons people choose to visit this wonderful city. There are numerous museums and other cultural sites, but Athens has plenty more to offer. The nightlife in Athens is excellent, with taverns, clubs and bars open until the early hours. Open-air cinemas and theatres are popular in the summer. There is music to suit every taste and the shopping is superb, ranging from the flea market and antique shops in Monastiraki to the designer boutiques in Kolonaki. Click on the links to the left for details.