Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
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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 25 August 2025.
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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 August 2025.
The best time to book flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport is 82 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 25 August 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.
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 24 August 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Athens to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 25 August 2025.
The most flights from ATH to IST are scheduled on a Monday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).
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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 25 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, andPegasus Airlines from Athens to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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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 29 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.
How long is the flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?
Airlines like Aegean Airlines fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport in about 1h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Athens and Istanbul Airport is about 344 mi. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
According to our current data, Sky Express (£59), Aegean Airlines (£70), and Pegasus Airlines (£74) 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?
£50 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 Aegean Airlines and Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting from £53 and £59, 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 (90%), Sichuan Airlines (67%), Pakistan International Airlines( 66%).
What are the cheapest flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £39. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Istanbul) can be booked for £93 on average our data indicates £351 when flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport.
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.
Explore flights to Istanbul departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 25 August 2025.
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 25 August 2025.
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