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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens from £41

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in January or February, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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 22 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£65

One-way from

£41

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£72
Sky Express
  • Sky Express
  • 3/2-7/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
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Sky Express
  • Sky Express
  • 9/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m 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 22 December 2024.

Tue 24/1211:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Wed 25/1208:05ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 21/12£123
Sun 22/1202:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 26/1203:20ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/12£156
Sat 21/1222:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/123:20ATH - IST
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12£161
Sun 22/1222:45IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mSky Express
Tue 24/1207:00ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mSky Express
Deal found 21/12£171
Sat 21/1217:40IST - ATH
1 stop22h 15mAir Serbia
Sun 5/104:30ATH - IST
1 stop13h 35mAir Serbia
Deal found 21/12£263
Mon 23/1211:40IST - ATH
1 stop7h 40mTAROM
Tue 31/1218:05ATH - IST
1 stop5h 15mTAROM
Deal found 21/12£457
Fri 27/1205:10IST - ATH
1 stop22h 00mAir France
Sat 11/103:25ATH - IST
1 stop23h 45mAir France
Deal found 21/12£458
Sun 22/1213:05IST - ATH
1 stop6h 30mITA Airways
Thu 26/1206:00ATH - IST
1 stop9h 00mITA Airways
Deal found 21/12£630
Mon 30/1223:55IST - ATH
1 stop21h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 31/1200:05ATH - IST
1 stop27h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/12£1,211
Thu 26/1223:40IST - ATH
1 stop16h 25mEmirates
Sun 29/1218:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mEmirates
Deal found 21/12£2,248

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IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Mon 3/2

10:30-10:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 7/2

07:00-09:30

Nonstop1h 30m

£65

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 16/1

06:30-07:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 16/1

18:30-21:00

Nonstop1h 30m

£76

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 17/1

06:30-07:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 20/1

07:00-09:30

Nonstop1h 30m

£86

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 17/1

05:20-14:55

1 stop10h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 20/1

15:30-04:25

1 stop11h 55m

£118

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 23/1

02:00-02:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 27/1

13:10-15:40

Nonstop1h 30m

£144

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 22/1

17:55-01:05

1 stop8h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 26/1

06:00-16:55

1 stop9h 55m

£209

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

00:15-18:20

1 stop19h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 24/2

19:10-10:50

1 stop14h 40m

£285

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 8/3

05:10-13:45

1 stop9h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 14/3

03:25-04:10

1 stop23h 45m

£345

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 16/1

03:50-18:40

1 stop15h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 19/1

19:40-17:50

1 stop21h 10m

£493

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 9/5

00:40-11:05

1 stop10h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/5

12:05-19:30

1 stop7h 25m

£570

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Athens

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Athens

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

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 20 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens, you should look to book at least 27 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of £101). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £336). 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 22 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Istanbul to Athens. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 22 December 2024.

The most flights from IST to ATH are scheduled on a Friday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 22 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Serbia, TAROM and Aegean Airlines from Istanbul to Athens. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
747 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
747 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
747 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,398 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
747 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

MEA
8.0
Very Good
114 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
747 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
747 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,501 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
747 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

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 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), located 12.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Athens. 4 airlines have flights to Eleftherios V. from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 23 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens round-trip from £65. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Aegean Airlines, from £76, and Air Serbia, from £118. Sky Express is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Sky Express, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £41. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aegean Airlines and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Athens for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens are Sky Express (100%), Sichuan Airlines (89%) and Aegean Airlines (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Athens is £27. On average you can expect to pay £102. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for £67.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of £101). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £336). 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 4 airlines flying from Istanbul to Athens

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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£58Average£69FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Sky ExpressCheapest£66Average£93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£82Average£104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£97Average£129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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