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Cheap flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport from £40

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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — IST
24 Dec — 31 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 Sunday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£72

One-way from

£40

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£109
Sky Express
  • Sky Express
  • 20/1-28/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 6/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 19 December 2024.

Wed 25/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Tue 31/1216:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 18/12£84
Sun 29/1203:20ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 2/102:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/12£155
Mon 30/1215:30ATH - IST
1 stop11h 55mAir Serbia
Mon 6/108:20IST - ATH
1 stop7h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 18/12£273
Sun 29/1217:55ATH - IST
1 stop3h 50mTAROM
Wed 15/111:40IST - ATH
1 stop7h 40mTAROM
Deal found 18/12£335
Fri 27/1214:15ATH - IST
1 stop7h 30mLufthansa
Mon 30/1218:55IST - ATH
1 stop7h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12£353
Tue 24/1214:45ATH - IST
1 stop12h 25mAir France
Sat 28/1205:10IST - ATH
1 stop22h 00mAir France
Deal found 18/12£373
Tue 31/1200:05ATH - IST
1 stop27h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/107:35IST - ATH
1 stop14h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12£838

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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 20/1

00:40-03:10

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 28/1

10:30-10:55

Nonstop1h 25m

£72

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 30/1

00:40-03:10

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 7/2

06:30-07:00

Nonstop1h 30m

£73

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 7/3

04:30-16:55

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 9/3

05:30-14:55

1 stop10h 25m

£129

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/3

03:20-06:00

Nonstop1h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 13/3

02:00-02:30

Nonstop1h 30m

£134

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 25/1

14:20-22:45

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 27/1

18:55-16:25

1 stop22h 30m

£181

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 15/1

06:00-16:55

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 23/1

17:55-01:05

1 stop8h 10m

£192

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 13/1

03:25-04:10

1 stop23h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 21/1

05:10-13:45

1 stop9h 35m

£307

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/1

13:30-16:00

Nonstop1h 30m

£40

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/1

07:00-09:30

Nonstop1h 30m

£46

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 24/3

22:05-13:35

1 stop14h 30m

£55

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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 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 19 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from ATH to IST are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 19 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa from Athens to Istanbul have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
750 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
750 reviews
8.1
Very Good
750 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very Good
750 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
1,505 reviews
8.1
Very Good
750 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

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
750 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.3
Good
3,901 reviews
8.1
Very Good
750 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

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?

    Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH), located 12.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Athens to Istanbul. 3 airlines have flights from Eleftherios V. to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 17 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

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

    According to our current data, Aegean Airlines (£73), Air Serbia (£129), and Turkish Airlines (£134) offers the cheapest pricing from Athens to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    £40 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 Wizz Air, with prices starting from £46 and £55, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Athens, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Sky Express (100%), Sichuan Airlines (84%), Pakistan International Airlines( 79%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £37. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Istanbul) can be booked for £66 on average our data indicates £847 when flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 Athens to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Athens to Istanbul. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest£76Average£186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£81Average£142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£141Average£169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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