$49+ 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”2. Select your favorite providers
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Wednesday
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 février 20, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $120 (Aegean Airlines) |
One-way from | $49 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $124 |
Good round-trip deal | $321 or less |
Good one-way deal | $126 or less |
Find flight deals from Athens to Istanbul
Cheapest flights from Athens to IstanbulExplore 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 février 20, 2025.
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 février 20, 2025.
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated février 20, 2025.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
lun. 3/3
12:40 am-3:10 am
Nonstop1h 30m
Istanbul
ven. 3/7
6:30 am-7:00 am
Nonstop1h 30m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
lun. 3/3
12:40 am-3:10 am
Nonstop1h 30m
Istanbul
mer. 3/12
10:30 am-10:55 am
Nonstop1h 25m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
lun. 4/7
7:10 pm-9:25 am
1 stop14h 15m
Istanbul
ven. 4/11
10:15 am-6:20 pm
1 stop8h 05m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
mer. 4/9
7:00 am-8:30 am
Nonstop1h 30m
Istanbul
mar. 4/15
9:30 am-10:55 am
Nonstop1h 25m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
jeu. 3/6
4:30 pm-3:55 pm
1 stop22h 25m
Istanbul
lun. 3/10
4:55 pm-2:55 pm
1 stop23h 00m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
dim. 3/9
3:20 am-6:00 am
Nonstop1h 40m
Istanbul
mar. 3/11
11:50 am-12:20 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
ven. 3/7
6:00 am-4:55 pm
1 stop9h 55m
Istanbul
dim. 3/9
5:55 pm-1:05 am
1 stop8h 10m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
mer. 3/19
7:00 am-10:45 pm
2 stops14h 45m
Istanbul
sam. 3/22
6:55 pm-12:45 am
1 stop6h 50m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
lun. 3/3
6:30 pm-9:00 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
AthensIstanbul
ATH - IST
ATHIST
Athens Eleftherios V.
dim. 3/16
7:15 pm-9:45 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
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 February.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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
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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 February 14, 2025.
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 $923). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 février 20, 2025.
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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 43% 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 February 16, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Athens to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings 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 février 20, 2025.
The most flights from ATH to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 février 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aegean Airlines, KLM and LOT 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.
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
Entertainment
Food
Crew
Overall
Comfort
Boarding
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
Entertainment
Food
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Overall
Comfort
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
Entertainment
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Overall
Comfort
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
Entertainment
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Overall
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
Entertainment
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Overall
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated février 20, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$79 | Average$127 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$91 | Average$200 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time87% | |
| Cheapest$115 | Average$184 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$141 | Average$264 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |