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Cheap flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport from $147

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ATH — IST
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Athens to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Athens (ATH) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

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September

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February

Round-trip from

$1,388

One-way from

$283
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

Users have found that flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport on a Friday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 17 days in advance to save up to 21% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 17 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $238, or $310 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Istanbul Airport from Athens. Prices for February average $278 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $132. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September. Opting for a February flight can save you 28% on your journey compared to booking in September

When is the cheapest time to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport (ATH - IST)?

It’s optimal to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Aegean Airlines flights from Athens to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Aegean Airlines for the route between Athens and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Aegean Airlines flights we've come across from Athens to Istanbul. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sun 8/900:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 9/905:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$232
Sun 8/900:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 9/920:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$257
Mon 12/800:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Thu 29/820:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$262
Fri 9/818:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 12/820:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$288
Thu 15/800:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 2/905:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$295
Sun 23/600:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 28/605:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$321
Fri 16/800:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sat 31/805:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$322
Tue 24/900:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 25/920:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$325
Mon 12/800:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sun 1/905:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$328

Cheap Air Serbia flights from Athens to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Serbia for the route between Athens and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Air Serbia flights departing from Athens and landing in Istanbul. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Thu 10/1016:20ATH - IST
1 stop17h 20mAir Serbia
Sun 13/1021:50IST - ATH
1 stop5h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/5$233
Mon 7/1004:30ATH - IST
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Sun 13/1021:50IST - ATH
1 stop5h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/5$271
Mon 30/904:30ATH - IST
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Tue 1/1016:45IST - ATH
1 stop22h 00mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/5$304
Sun 13/1015:40ATH - IST
1 stop11h 45mAir Serbia
Wed 16/1015:35IST - ATH
1 stop11h 40mAir Serbia
Deal found 8/5$327
Sat 19/1016:25ATH - IST
1 stop19h 50mAir Serbia
Tue 22/1016:45IST - ATH
1 stop22h 00mAir Serbia
Deal found 8/5$336
Tue 20/813:20ATH - IST
1 stop25h 30mAir Serbia
Tue 27/816:45IST - ATH
1 stop10h 30mAir Serbia
Deal found 8/5$409
Thu 13/616:20ATH - IST
1 stop11h 15mAir Serbia
Thu 20/616:05IST - ATH
1 stop11h 10mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/5$428
Fri 18/1004:30ATH - IST
2 stops35h 20mAir Serbia
Tue 22/1016:40IST - ATH
2 stops22h 05mAir Serbia
Deal found 8/5$430
Mon 2/904:30ATH - IST
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Thu 5/918:45IST - ATH
1 stop8h 30mAir Serbia
Deal found 8/5$433

Cheap Athens to Istanbul flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Athens to Istanbul specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Athens to Istanbul in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 2/600:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 5/605:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$295
Sun 23/600:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 28/605:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$321
Sun 30/600:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 31/720:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$328
Tue 21/503:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 22/501:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5$330
Sun 30/603:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 30/701:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/5$331
Tue 14/518:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 15/515:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$351
Sun 19/503:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 26/501:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5$353
Fri 24/518:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 27/520:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$354
Tue 14/508:20ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Tue 21/520:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$356

Athens to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Athens and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Athens to Istanbul in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 3/1213:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 18/1216:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$147
Wed 4/1213:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sat 7/1216:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$168
Sat 30/1108:10ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sat 14/1216:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$191
Fri 20/1213:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 23/1216:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$192
Mon 2/1213:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sun 15/1211:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$212
Tue 12/1113:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sun 17/1111:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$213
Sun 8/900:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 9/905:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$232
Wed 13/1104:30ATH - IST
1 stop22h 50mAir Serbia
Fri 22/1123:00IST - ATH
1 stop5h 15mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/5$233
Sat 30/1108:10ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sun 15/1211:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$235

Direct flights to Istanbul from Athens

Discover direct flight options from Athens to Istanbul. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights travelling from Athens to Istanbul in the near future. Select from other flights from Athens to Istanbul by using the search form above.
Sun 8/900:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 9/905:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$232
Sun 8/900:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 9/920:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$257
Mon 12/800:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 16/820:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$262
Fri 9/818:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 12/820:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$288
Thu 15/800:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Thu 29/820:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$295
Fri 25/1021:50ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 27/1001:20IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/5$301
Sun 23/600:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 28/605:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$321
Fri 16/800:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Thu 29/820:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$322
Tue 24/900:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 25/905:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$325

Athens to Istanbul flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Athens to Istanbul for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Athens to Istanbul. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Tue 14/518:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 15/515:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$351
Tue 14/508:20ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Tue 21/520:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$356
Thu 16/513:25ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 35mAegean Airlines
Mon 20/520:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$365
Wed 15/508:20ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 15/515:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$386
Wed 15/503:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 16/501:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/5$390
Wed 15/503:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 17/501:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/5$422
Mon 13/513:25ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 35mAegean Airlines
Thu 16/510:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$425
Tue 14/513:25ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 35mAegean Airlines
Tue 14/520:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$434
Thu 16/513:25ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 35mAegean Airlines
Thu 16/501:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$446

One-way flights to Istanbul from Athens

Search for one-way flight options from Athens to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Athens to Istanbul can select one of these great deals. Those needing a return flight from Athens to Istanbul can use the search form above.
Fri 27/904:20ATH - IST
1 stop10h 35mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/5$185
Fri 14/608:20ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 8/5$186
Tue 21/518:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/5$188
Sun 28/703:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5$192
Thu 23/503:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/5$194
Mon 23/904:30ATH - IST
2 stops35h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/5$206
Tue 24/916:35ATH - IST
1 stop22h 15mAir Serbia
Deal found 8/5$218
Fri 13/904:20ATH - IST
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Deal found 8/5$219
Thu 13/603:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5$221

Find flights from Athens to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Athens to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

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Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/9

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 9/9

Nonstop1h 30m

$232

Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/10

1 stop17h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 13/10

1 stop5h 25m

$233

Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/9

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 9/9

Nonstop1h 30m

$257

Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/8

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 29/8

Nonstop1h 30m

$262

Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 7/10

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 13/10

1 stop5h 25m

$271

Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 25/10

Nonstop1h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 27/10

Nonstop1h 25m

$301

Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 24/5

1 stop7h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 28/5

1 stop7h 00m

$528

Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 20/5

1 stop4h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 25/5

1 stop8h 05m

$548

Athens Eleftherios V.Istanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 4/11

2 stops12h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 10/11

1 stop7h 55m

$630

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When is the best time to book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Athens to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Athens to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Athens to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from Athens to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Athens to Istanbul is currently $201 while a return flight costs $362. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of $917). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,734

February

$1,600

March

$1,388

April

$1,718

May

$1,710

June

$1,939

July

$2,067

August

$2,011

September

$2,057

October

$1,719

November

$1,744

December

$2,317

Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

5 - 23 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 8 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Athens to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Aegean Airlines, Air Serbia and Turkish Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

Gulf Air
7.6
Good
271 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

Turkish Airlines
7.5
Good
3,712 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

Ethiopian Air
7.4
Good
789 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,691 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

45 minute flight delay. Gate agent in Athens had poor communication skills which made the wait more stressful. Updates from Aegean via email were late.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Athens to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Athens to Istanbul?

    Located just 19.7 km from the city centre, Athens Eleftherios V. is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Istanbul from Athens. Booking flights from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 15 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Aegean Airlines for just $232, but on average you can expect to pay $304.

  • Are there direct flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport under $300. A good price for a direct flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport is less than $321.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Athens to Istanbul Airport for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are direct flights available from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

    Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Athens to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

    6 flight departures from Athens to Istanbul Airport per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 67% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 33% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

    For as low as $232, Aegean Airlines can have you in Istanbul Airport from Athens in 1h 30m. There are 555 km between Athens and Istanbul Airport. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $232. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Serbia, from $233, and Turkish Airlines, from $301. Aegean Airlines is currently priced 16% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    $185 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Serbia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Aegean Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $186 and $192, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

    Consider Emirates (97%), Aegean Airlines (84%) or Turkish Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

    While on average a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,828, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $120. When looking at the most popular route, (Athens Eleftherios V. - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $280 for that flight.

  • What does ATH to IST mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ATH to IST flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Athens to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Athens to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Athens to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Athens to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Athens to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Athens to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Athens to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Athens to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Athens to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Athens to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Athens to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Athens to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Athens to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Athens to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Athens to Istanbul Airport flight deals updated?

    The Athens to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 8/5.

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Aegean AirlinesCheapest$206Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$206Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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