Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens from £44
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 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in January or February, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday
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 7 November 2025.
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 7 November 2025.
Sat 13/1206:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sat 13/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£73
Thu 18/1222:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 21/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£76
Sun 21/1206:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 26/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£77
Sat 6/1222:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Mon 8/1208:05ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£90
Tue 23/1211:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sat 27/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£91
Fri 28/1111:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 30/1108:05ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£104
Fri 14/1116:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 16/1100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£118
Wed 26/1116:40IST - ATH
1 stop3h 25mAegean Airlines
Wed 3/1218:30ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 6/11£121
Thu 4/1217:35IST - ATH
1 stop10h 40mAir Serbia
Sun 7/1215:50ATH - IST
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/11£128
Best flights from Istanbul to Athens
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to Athens that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Fri 19/1206:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sun 21/1208:05ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 6/11£76
Thu 18/1222:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 21/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 6/11£76
Sun 21/1206:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 26/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 6/11£77
Sat 6/1222:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sat 6/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£86
Sat 6/1216:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 7/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£90
Fri 3/410:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Sun 5/400:50ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£104
Direct flights from Istanbul to Athens
Explore direct flight options from Istanbul to Athens based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Sat 7/311:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 8/308:05ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£73
Thu 18/1222:00IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 21/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£76
Sun 21/1206:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 26/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£77
Sat 13/1211:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 14/1208:05ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£86
Sat 6/1216:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 7/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£90
Tue 23/1211:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sat 27/1200:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£91
Wed 8/404:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 8/418:20ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£103
Fri 28/1111:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 30/1108:05ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£104
Tue 10/310:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mSky Express
Sat 14/307:00ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mSky Express
Deal found 6/11£107
Fri 3/410:40IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Mon 6/408:15ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 35mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£118
Last-minute flights from Istanbul to Athens
Discover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to Athens. Data last updated 7 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 12/1107:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1107:00ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11£137
Fri 14/1116:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 16/1100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£118
Fri 14/1116:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 16/1108:05ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£154
Fri 14/1105:20IST - ATH
1 stop23h 20mAir Serbia
Sun 16/1104:30ATH - IST
1 stop10h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 5/11£167
Sun 16/1106:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 21/1100:40ATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£104
Sun 16/1116:40IST - ATH
1 stop11h 35mAir Serbia
Sat 22/1116:35ATH - IST
1 stop22h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 7/11£186
One-way flights from Istanbul to Athens
Search for one-way flight options from Istanbul to Athens. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Sat 28/216:50IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£44
Sun 7/1206:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 5/11£45
Fri 14/1107:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/11£48
Wed 12/1107:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/11£50
Thu 25/1208:25IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£53
Tue 31/316:00IST - ATH
1 stop6h 40mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£57
Sun 16/1106:30IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 6/11£60
Thu 4/1212:15IST - ATH
1 stop11h 20mAegean Airlines
Deal found 7/11£70
Mon 30/301:35IST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/11£73
Tue 31/304:20IST - ATH
1 stop23h 10mAir Serbia
Deal found 5/11£76
Fri 21/1116:40IST - ATH
1 stop12h 00mAir Serbia
Deal found 5/11£77
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens that are best for you.
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Istanbul
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Athens
Route
Depart
Return
Price
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Fri 19/12
06:30-07:00
Nonstop1h 30m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sun 21/12
08:05-10:35
Nonstop1h 30m
£76
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Thu 18/12
22:00-22:25
Nonstop1h 25m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sun 21/12
00:40-03:10
Nonstop1h 30m
£76
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Sun 21/12
06:30-07:00
Nonstop1h 30m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Fri 26/12
00:40-03:10
Nonstop1h 30m
£77
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Sat 6/12
22:00-22:25
Nonstop1h 25m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sat 6/12
00:40-03:10
Nonstop1h 30m
£86
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Sat 6/12
16:50-17:15
Nonstop1h 25m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sun 7/12
00:40-03:10
Nonstop1h 30m
£90
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Fri 3/4
10:40-12:10
Nonstop1h 30m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sun 5/4
00:50-02:20
Nonstop1h 30m
£104
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Sun 7/12
06:30-07:00
Nonstop1h 30m
£45
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Sat 13/12
06:30-07:00
Nonstop1h 30m
£45
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Thu 25/12
08:25-09:00
Nonstop1h 35m
£53
IstanbulAthens
IST - ATH
ISTATH
Istanbul
Tue 31/3
16:00-22:40
1 stop6h 40m
£57
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Athens
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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 31 October 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens, you should look to book at least 43 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of £54). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £80). 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 7 November 2025.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% 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 2 November 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Athens flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 7 November 2025.
The most flights from IST to ATH are scheduled on a Friday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).
How often are flights from Istanbul to Athens delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Athens have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Athens flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Athens flights?
Over the past year, Transavia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
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 7 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, andPegasus Airlines 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.
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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. 3 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.
How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens?
Aegean 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 £54. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Pegasus Airlines, from £61, and Sky Express, from £63. Aegean Airlines is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
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 (100%), Thai Airways (89%) and Sky Express (85%).
What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens?
The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Athens is £40. On average you can expect to pay £120. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for £115.
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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of £54). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £80). 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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