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Cheap flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport from $122

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — IST
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
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 Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 748,348 searches. Data last updated 4 December 2024.

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AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 13/1

00:40-03:10

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 14/1

11:35-12:00

Nonstop1h 25m

$162

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 15/1

07:00-09:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 21/1

10:30-10:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$168

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 8/3

21:35-00:20

Nonstop1h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 9/3

02:00-02:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$211

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 15/1

16:00-23:15

2 stops30h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 21/1

10:30-10:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$239

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 14/1

15:45-15:55

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 16/1

05:30-15:45

1 stop11h 15m

$253

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 17/2

14:20-22:45

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

06:50-16:25

1 stop10h 35m

$336

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 23/1

06:00-16:55

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 27/1

17:55-01:05

1 stop8h 10m

$356

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 15/1

19:10-10:50

1 stop14h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 20/1

00:15-18:05

1 stop18h 50m

$472

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/12

13:30-16:00

Nonstop1h 30m

$122

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 12/4

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$127

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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 4 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$143

One-way from

$122

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 9/12-12/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 9/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
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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 4 December 2024.

Thu 5/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 6/1206:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 3/12$142
Thu 26/1203:20ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 29/1202:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12$272
Wed 11/1204:20ATH - IST
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Mon 16/1205:20IST - ATH
1 stop10h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/12$276
Mon 9/1212:55ATH - IST
1 stop8h 50mLufthansa
Sat 14/1218:55IST - ATH
1 stop6h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 3/12$369
Mon 30/1206:00ATH - IST
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Tue 31/1217:55IST - ATH
1 stop8h 10mKLM
Deal found 3/12$460
Mon 30/1206:00ATH - IST
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/105:10IST - ATH
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$616
Thu 12/1206:00ATH - IST
1 stop9h 00mITA Airways
Tue 17/1213:05IST - ATH
1 stop6h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 3/12$646
Mon 9/1203:25ATH - IST
1 stop23h 45mAir France
Fri 13/1205:10IST - ATH
1 stop9h 35mAir France
Deal found 3/12$659
Mon 9/1219:10ATH - IST
1 stop4h 10mTAROM
Thu 12/1211:40IST - ATH
1 stop7h 40mTAROM
Deal found 3/12$719

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 22 November 2024.

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 $1,294). 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 4 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 4 December 2024.

The most flights from ATH to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 4 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Athens to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Turkish Airlines, Air Serbia and Lufthansa. 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.
8.1
Very Good
755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
755 reviews
8.1
Very Good
755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,340 reviews
8.1
Very Good
755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
1,517 reviews
8.1
Very Good
755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
110 reviews
8.1
Very Good
755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,920 reviews
8.1
Very Good
755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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 21 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 $143. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from $218, and Air Serbia, from $253. Aegean Airlines is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $122 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 Sky Express and Air Serbia, with prices starting from $127 and $134, respectively.

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

    Consider Sky Express (100%), Sichuan Airlines (81%) or Royal Jordanian (80%) 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 $2,259, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $71. When looking at the most popular route, (Athens Eleftherios V. - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $162 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 $1,294). 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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