Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens from £30

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
30 Jan — 6 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or January, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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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 31 December 2025.

Wed 31/1216:40IST - ATH
1 stop3h 25mAegean Airlines
Thu 1/100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 29/12£214
Wed 31/1216:40IST - ATH
1 stop3h 25mAegean Airlines
Sat 3/100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 28/12£232
Mon 29/1223:15IST - ATH
1 stop14h 10mAegean Airlines
Thu 1/100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 29/12£238
Tue 30/1211:35IST - ATH
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12£270
Tue 30/1206:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 2/107:55ATH - IST
1 stop6h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 28/12£287
Mon 29/1210:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mQingdao Airlines
Fri 2/107:00ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mQingdao Airlines
Deal found 28/12£349

Find 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 31 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£76

One-way from

£30

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£120

Good round-trip deal

£96 or less

Good one-way deal

£30 or less
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 10/3-12/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 15/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£17 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V..
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Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Athens

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 15/2

06:30-07:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 14/3

18:30-21:00

Nonstop1h 30m

£89

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 27/3

07:35-08:10

Nonstop1h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 30/3

12:00-13:40

Nonstop1h 40m

£99

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 17/1

06:30-07:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 17/1

00:40-03:10

Nonstop1h 30m

£102

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Mon 16/3

17:50-20:40

1 stop3h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 19/3

00:40-03:10

Nonstop1h 30m

£119

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 10/3

05:20-15:50

1 stop11h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/3

04:30-04:25

1 stop22h 55m

£126

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Mon 8/6

10:40-12:10

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/6

08:15-09:50

Nonstop1h 35m

£131

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 23/4

20:50-22:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 28/4

00:50-02:20

Nonstop1h 30m

£132

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 27/3

06:30-07:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 31/3

18:20-19:50

Nonstop1h 30m

£133

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 29/1

05:20-03:15

1 stop22h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/2

15:50-04:25

1 stop11h 35m

£137

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 29/1

05:20-03:15

1 stop22h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/2

15:50-04:10

1 stop11h 20m

£137

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Athens

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

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 26 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens, you should look to book at least 75 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 £56). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £78). 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 31 December 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 54% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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 31 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, andSky Express from Istanbul Airport to Athens have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

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 22 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

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

    Aegean Airlines and Sichuan Airlines can get you from Istanbul Airport to Athens in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Istanbul Airport and Athens is about 344 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • 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 £60. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Pegasus Airlines, from £62, and Sky Express, from £69. Aegean Airlines is 47% 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 £27. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sky Express and Pegasus 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 Air Canada (94%), Sky Express (92%) and Emirates (89%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Athens is £28. On average you can expect to pay £114. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for £73.

  • 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 £56). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £78). 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£60Average£64FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£62Average£106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Sky ExpressCheapest£69Average£127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest£113Average£119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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