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$52+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Athens (ATH)

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 11/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Tue 11/19
Tue 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in January or February, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 November 14, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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January

Round-trip from

$71
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One-way from

$52
(Mytrip)
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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 November 14, 2024.

This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Sat 12/74:50 pmIST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Wed 12/111:30 pmATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 11/14$84
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 11/2110:30 amIST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/248:05 amATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$101
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2010:30 amIST - ATH
Nonstop1h 25mSky Express
Thu 11/217:00 amATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mSky Express
Deal found 11/14$112
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Sun 12/88:10 amIST - ATH
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/101:10 pmATH - IST
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/14$188
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 11/294:40 pmIST - ATH
1 stop11h 35mAir Serbia
Sun 12/14:30 amATH - IST
1 stop10h 35mAir Serbia
Deal found 11/14$199
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 12/65:55 pmIST - ATH
1 stop8h 10mKLM
Wed 12/116:00 amATH - IST
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Deal found 11/14$297
This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 TAROM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/411:40 amIST - ATH
1 stop7h 20mTAROM
Mon 12/97:10 pmATH - IST
1 stop4h 10mTAROM
Deal found 11/14$328

Find flights from Istanbul to Athens within your budget

Customize 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 12/7

4:50 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/11

1:30 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$84

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Mon 1/27

10:30 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/4

6:30 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$88

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 12/7

10:30 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/9

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$119

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 2/19

4:40 pm-3:40 am

1 stop12h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/23

4:30 am-4:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

$180

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 12/8

8:10 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 12/10

1:10 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$188

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 12/6

5:55 pm-1:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 12/13

6:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$297

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 12/4

11:40 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/9

7:10 pm-12:20 am

1 stop4h 10m

$328

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 11/29

11:35 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$52

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 1/19

10:45 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$54

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 1/25

9:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 35m

$67

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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 Istanbul to Athens in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Istanbul Airport-Athens flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Athens 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 Istanbul Airport-Athens 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 Istanbul to Athens

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Athens

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Athens. Price data was last updated on November 8, 2024.

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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of $585). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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 November 14, 2024.

Unlike at noon, 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 morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to Athens. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Athens flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 November 14, 2024.

The most flights from IST to ATH are scheduled on a Thursday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Athens by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Athens by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 November 14, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul to Athens, such as TAROM, Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
766 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
766 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
766 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

MEA
8.1
Very good
133 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
766 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air Arabia
7.8
Good
50 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
766 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,346 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
766 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

LOT
7.6
Good
1,177 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
766 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

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 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?

    If you book a flight to Athens from Istanbul, you will be flying to 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 17 flights from Istanbul to Eleftherios V. per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul Airport to Athens is Aegean Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $71 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sky Express and Air Serbia, starting at $119 and $180 round-trip. Aegean Airlines is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Aegean Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $52. Sky Express flights start at $54 while deals on Wizz Air UK start at $67 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    Consider Thai Airways (82%), Turkish Airlines (80%) or Aegean Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens? While on average our users pay $157, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $38. The most popular route (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.), is priced around $86.

  • 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 vacation 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of $585). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$96Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$120Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$181Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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