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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens from £45

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£67

One-way from

£45

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£71
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 6/3-10/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 3/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 21 January 2025.

Thu 6/312:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Mon 10/300:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 20/1£67
Fri 24/110:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mSky Express
Sun 26/119:15ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mSky Express
Deal found 20/1£89
Mon 7/409:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/418:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£98
Mon 17/205:30IST - ATH
1 stop10h 15mAir Serbia
Mon 24/215:30ATH - IST
1 stop23h 40mAir Serbia
Deal found 20/1£131
Thu 13/302:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 16/321:35ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1£152
Sat 25/1010:15IST - ATH
1 stop8h 05mTAROM
Sat 8/1119:10ATH - IST
1 stop14h 40mTAROM
Deal found 20/1£243
Sun 13/417:05IST - ATH
1 stop8h 05mKLM
Mon 14/406:00ATH - IST
1 stop10h 20mKLM
Deal found 20/1£280
Fri 28/208:10IST - ATH
1 stop18h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 3/314:10ATH - IST
1 stop9h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1£411
Wed 5/303:50IST - ATH
1 stop9h 25mEgyptair
Sun 9/319:40ATH - IST
1 stop6h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 20/1£533

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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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

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IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 6/3

12:00-12:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/3

00:40-03:10

Nonstop1h 30m

£67

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Mon 7/4

09:30-10:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 7/4

18:30-20:00

Nonstop1h 30m

£98

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 26/3

16:40-15:45

1 stop24h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 28/3

15:40-16:55

1 stop24h 15m

£126

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 13/3

02:00-02:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 16/3

21:35-00:20

Nonstop1h 45m

£152

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 13/4

17:05-01:10

1 stop8h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 14/4

06:00-16:20

1 stop10h 20m

£280

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

£291

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 28/2

08:10-01:15

1 stop18h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 3/3

14:10-00:55

1 stop9h 45m

£411

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 5/3

03:50-12:15

1 stop9h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/3

19:40-02:50

1 stop6h 10m

£533

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 20/6

15:45-02:15

1 stop10h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 26/6

03:05-13:55

1 stop10h 50m

£617

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 11/2

00:05-03:40

1 stop28h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 25/2

00:05-05:00

1 stop27h 55m

£1,016

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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 17 January 2025.

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 21 January 2025.

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 21 January 2025.

The most flights from IST to ATH are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 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 21 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines and Air Serbia 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very Good
741 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.6
Good
1,117 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.4
Good
112 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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 19 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 £67. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Serbia, from £126, and Turkish Airlines, from £152. Aegean Airlines 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 Aegean Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £45. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sky Express and Wizz Air, 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 Emirates (88%), Sky Express (88%) and Sichuan Airlines (85%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Athens is £30. On average you can expect to pay £113. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for £65.

  • 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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