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Cheap flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport from $78

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — IST
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 17 April 2026.

Wed 13/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 20/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/4$141
Fri 17/412:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 17/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/4$149
Fri 15/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 18/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/4$159
Wed 6/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 10/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/4$160
Thu 12/1100:40
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Wed 18/1111:35
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 12/4$173
Tue 3/1113:30
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Fri 6/1111:35
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 15/4$174
Mon 20/412:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 22/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 15/4$178
Sun 24/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 29/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/4$188
Fri 22/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 27/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/4$190

Find 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$141

One-way from

$78

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$229

Good one-way deal

$239 or less
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 13/5-20/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
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Sky Express
  • Sky Express
  • 12/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 6/5

12:00-13:40

Nonstop1h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

08:30-10:00

Nonstop1h 30m

$160

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 5/6

12:00-13:40

Nonstop1h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

08:30-10:00

Nonstop1h 30m

$162

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 24/5

12:00-13:40

Nonstop1h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 29/5

08:30-10:00

Nonstop1h 30m

$188

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 15/9

04:30-03:40

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 20/9

04:30-14:50

1 stop10h 20m

$258

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 17/5

12:00-13:40

Nonstop1h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 22/5

08:30-10:00

Nonstop1h 30m

$262

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/6

06:35-11:20

1 stop4h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

20:55-22:25

Nonstop1h 30m

$273

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 29/6

08:10-09:45

Nonstop1h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 3/7

20:55-22:25

Nonstop1h 30m

$291

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 18/6

18:25-19:55

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 31/7

20:55-22:25

Nonstop1h 30m

$291

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 31/8

10:20-03:40

1 stop17h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 6/9

15:45-20:35

1 stop4h 50m

$296

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/6

04:30-03:40

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

16:40-03:20

1 stop10h 40m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to Istanbul

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

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 10 April 2026.

Booking 76 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of $155). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 17 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 54% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day 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 11 April 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Athens to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

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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 28 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 0 different airlines.

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

    For as low as $141, Sichuan Airlines can have you in Istanbul Airport from Athens in 1h 40m. There are 554 km between Athens and Istanbul Airport. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    $66 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sky Express. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Pegasus Airlines and Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting from $66 and $74, respectively.

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

    Consider Sky Express (100%), Emirates (84%) or Aegean Airlines (82%) 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 $1,551, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $102. When looking at the most popular route, (Athens Eleftherios V. - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $163 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of $155). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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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