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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens from $119

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or January, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Athens (ATH). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$234

One-way from

$119

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$301

Good round-trip deal

$231 or less

Good one-way deal

$186 or less
Sky Express
  • Sky Express
  • 14/5-29/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
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Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 13/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Fri 7/1106:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sat 8/1100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 14/4$196
Wed 14/509:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mSky Express
Thu 29/507:00ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mSky Express
Deal found 14/4$234
Sun 5/1015:40IST - ATH
1 stop25h 40mAir Serbia
Mon 13/1004:30ATH - IST
1 stop11h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 15/4$268
Tue 13/501:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/507:00ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$304
Fri 13/601:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 16/603:55ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4$372
Tue 15/414:00IST - ATH
1 stop7h 00mLufthansa
Sat 19/406:50ATH - IST
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 15/4$470
Thu 29/510:15IST - ATH
1 stop8h 05mTAROM
Mon 2/619:10ATH - IST
1 stop14h 15mTAROM
Deal found 14/4$496
Wed 9/704:20IST - ATH
1 stop21h 50mAir France
Mon 14/703:25ATH - IST
1 stop24h 00mAir France
Deal found 14/4$618

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Athens 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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Athens

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 14/5

09:30-10:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 29/5

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$234

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Mon 16/6

20:50-22:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 19/6

00:50-02:20

Nonstop1h 30m

$250

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 5/10

15:40-17:20

1 stop25h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 13/10

04:30-15:50

1 stop11h 20m

$268

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 13/5

01:40-03:05

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 29/5

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$304

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 13/6

01:40-03:05

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/6

03:55-05:25

Nonstop1h 30m

$372

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 8/5

14:00-23:00

2 stops9h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/5

06:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

$470

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 29/5

10:15-18:20

1 stop8h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/6

19:10-09:25

1 stop14h 15m

$496

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 9/7

04:20-02:10

1 stop21h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 14/7

03:25-03:25

1 stop24h 00m

$618

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 13/7

04:35-06:05

Nonstop1h 30m

$119

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 21/6

04:30-03:25

1 stop22h 55m

$154

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Athens. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens, you should look to book at least 43 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of $1,211). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,699). 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 IST to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Athens

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Athens. 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from IST to ATH are scheduled on a Friday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

Rainfall in Athens by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 64.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

Temperature in Athens by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. 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 Athens. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines, Emirates and KLM from Istanbul to Athens. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
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Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

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
733 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

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
1,323 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Sky Express
7.6
Good
112 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

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
7.5
Good
1,433 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

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 Istanbul to Athens. 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 into for flights to Athens from Istanbul?

    Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to Athens. You should not have trouble finding flights to Eleftherios V. from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 28 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Athens airport from Istanbul. It is only a 19.7 km journey from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to Athens’s city centre.

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

    Sky Express, at $234, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to Athens.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Aegean Airlines and Air Serbia. You may be able to fly from Istanbul Airport to Athens for 12% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Aegean Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $119. Air Serbia flights start at $154 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $171 one-way.

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

    Consider Sky Express (87%), IndiGo (85%) or Emirates (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Athens is $135. On average you can expect to pay $291. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $530.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Athens 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 Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of $1,211). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,699). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Athens

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$126Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$149Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$274Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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