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$59+ Cheap flights from Athens (ATH) to Istanbul (IST)

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — IST
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Athens to Istanbul

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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Athens to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/291:30 pmATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Fri 11/2910:00 pmIST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 11/20$92
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/217:00 amATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mSky Express
Tue 11/2610:30 amIST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mSky Express
Deal found 11/19$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2012:40 amATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2710:30 amIST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$110
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/313:50 pmATH - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/18:40 amIST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$175
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/124:30 pmATH - IST
1 stop10h 55mAir Serbia
Sun 12/154:40 pmIST - ATH
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Deal found 11/20$194
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/62:15 pmATH - IST
1 stop7h 30mLufthansa
Sat 12/76:55 pmIST - ATH
1 stop6h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 11/20$223
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2310:20 pmATH - IST
1 stop11h 40mWizz Air
Sun 11/2411:00 pmIST - ATH
1 stop11h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 11/19$259
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:00 amATH - IST
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Sat 12/75:55 pmIST - ATH
1 stop8h 10mKLM
Deal found 11/18$272

Find flights from Athens to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Athens to Istanbul 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/8

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 1/14

10:30 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$91

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/2

12:40 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 12/3

10:00 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$92

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 1/11

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 1/13

11:35 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$100

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/8

12:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop11h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 1/13

12:55 am-9:00 am

1 stop9h 05m

$158

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/27

4:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 3/30

4:55 am-2:55 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$170

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 12/31

3:50 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 1/1

8:40 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$175

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/20

2:20 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 2/4

6:50 am-4:25 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$221

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 1/10

6:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 1/13

5:55 pm-1:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

$245

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 12/1

12:40 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$59

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/16

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$61

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Compare providers for flights from Athens to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Athens to Istanbul in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Athens-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Athens-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Athens-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Athens-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Athens-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Athens to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Athens with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Athens to Istanbul

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Athens to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport is 77 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of $897). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 November 20, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Athens to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Athens to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Athens to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from ATH to IST are scheduled on a Monday (29 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 Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Serbia, Sky Express and Turkish Airlines from Athens to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. 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
765 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
765 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
765 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
765 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air Arabia
7.6
Good
51 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
765 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
734 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
765 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Sky Express
7.4
Good
110 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
765 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

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 Athens to Istanbul. 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 from for flights from Athens to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Athens, you will be flying from Eleftherios V., which is the city’s only airport. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is located 12.3 mi from the center of Athens. There are 20 flights from Eleftherios V. to Istanbul per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Sky Express ($91), Aegean Airlines ($92), and Wizz Air ($158) offers the cheapest pricing from Athens to Istanbul Airport. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aegean Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sky Express and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $61 and $99, 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 (100%), Royal Jordanian (80%), Sichuan Airlines( 72%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $78. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Istanbul) can be booked for $89 on average our data indicates $1,363 when flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Athens to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Athens to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Athens to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Athens to Istanbul.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of $897). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 Athens to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$98Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$120Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$163Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$246Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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