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Cheap flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport from $126

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — IST
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

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 28 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$169

One-way from

$126

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$198

Good round-trip deal

$1,725 or less

Good one-way deal

$186 or less
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 5/3-9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
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Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 26/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Athens to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Athens to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2025.

Sun 16/1100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sun 23/1106:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 27/2$148
Sat 20/916:25ATH - IST
1 stop11h 05mAir Serbia
Sun 21/915:40IST - ATH
1 stop23h 55mAir Serbia
Deal found 27/2$245
Wed 19/315:50ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 24/311:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/2$296
Fri 28/306:00ATH - IST
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Sun 30/317:05IST - ATH
1 stop8h 15mKLM
Deal found 27/2$429
Tue 6/506:00ATH - IST
2 stops15h 20mLufthansa
Wed 14/514:00IST - ATH
1 stop7h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 26/2$436

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2025.

Fly from

Athens

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/3

18:30-21:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 9/3

12:00-12:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$169

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 27/3

04:20-04:10

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 31/3

16:35-03:25

1 stop10h 50m

$247

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 19/3

15:50-18:30

Nonstop1h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 24/3

11:50-12:20

Nonstop1h 30m

$296

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 28/3

06:00-16:55

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 30/3

17:05-01:20

1 stop8h 15m

$429

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 6/5

06:00-21:20

2 stops15h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 14/5

14:00-21:10

1 stop7h 10m

$436

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 15/3

19:10-10:50

1 stop14h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 29/3

11:40-18:20

1 stop7h 40m

$580

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 26/5

18:30-20:00

Nonstop1h 30m

$126

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/5

04:30-03:30

1 stop23h 00m

$167

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 30/4

03:55-05:25

Nonstop1h 30m

$170

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 10/5

06:00-21:20

2 stops39h 20m

$323

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Athens to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Athens to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I 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 25 February 2025.

Booking 77 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ATH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Athens to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 77% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Athens to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Athens to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 February 2025.

The most flights from ATH to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 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 28 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Athens to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Aegean Airlines, KLM and Air France. 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
730 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

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

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

KLM
7.8
Good
1,326 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Air France
7.4
Good
1,441 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,809 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
774 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

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 19 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 2 different airlines.

  • 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 $169. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Serbia, from $247, and Turkish Airlines, from $296. Aegean Airlines is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $126 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aegean Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Serbia and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $167 and $170, respectively.

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

    Consider Sky Express (92%), Sichuan Airlines (83%) or Aegean Airlines (79%) 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 $918, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $100. When looking at the most popular route, (Athens Eleftherios V. - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $188 for that flight.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). 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.

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