Jet lag is cumulative, and a poor layover in Thessaloniki shows up sectors later. Aircrew Travel plans Thessaloniki around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Thessaloniki
Strategic naps beat one long, mistimed sleep when crews stage through Thessaloniki across the window of circadian low.
Hydration, food and movement
Hydration, light meals and gentle movement ease the adjustment to Europe time zones during a Thessaloniki layover.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Thessaloniki
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Thessaloniki layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to SKG.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Thessaloniki?
Very much. A short transfer from SKG and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.