Taxi & Transport Scams in Thessaloniki, Greece
Overcharging, meter tampering, fake taxis, and transport cons targeting tourists. Below are the taxi & transport scams reported in Thessaloniki — how they work and how to avoid them.
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Last updated: April 4, 2026
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Taxi & Transport Scams
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How it works
Taxi overcharging from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) — also known as Macedonia Airport — is the most frequently reported scam in the city. The metered fare to the city centre should be approximately €20–25 during the day. Some drivers use the higher Tariff 2 rate for standard daytime journeys, take longer routes via the Thermaikos coastal road, or quote flat rates of €40–60.
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11 total warnings across all categories