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The lowest prices found within the past 7 days from Athens to Istanbul were £80 for one-way flights and £152 for return flights, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cheap Flights from Athens to Istanbul & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
ATH
Destination airport IATA code
IST
Number of flight options
1
Return price
£151
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

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Istanbul IST Flight Information

Traveling From
Athens
Origin Airport IATA Code
ATH
Traveling To
Istanbul
Destination Airport IATA Code
IST
Number of Airlines Serving
7
Available Airlines
Aegean, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines
Distance
552 km
Direct Flight Time
1 30
Flight Price
£152

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight between Athens and Istanbul?
The flight game between Athens and Istanbul is a serious one. You can travel from Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) to Istanbul (ISL-Ataturk Intl.) with 2 carriers including Turkish Airlines. Or you can go for the ATH to Istanbul (SAW-Sabiha Gokcen Intl.) route with the likes of Pegasus.
How long is a direct flight from Athens to Istanbul?
From the moment you take to the skies in Athens to the instant you hit the tarmac in Istanbul, you will have travelled 330 miles over an average of 1 hour and 30 minutes. With a direct flight, you’ll get your holiday off to a worry-free start.
What are the best airports for Athens to Istanbul flights?
Taking a trip to Istanbul from Athens? These are the most popular flight routes that’ll get you there:

  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) to Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST) - 25 flights per week
  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (SAW-Sabiha Gokcen Intl.) - 21 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from Athens to Istanbul?
With multiple airlines providing flights from Athens to Istanbul, booking one to suit your travelling style will be a piece of cake. These air carriers are some of the most popular:

  • Turkish Airlines with 78 flights every month.
  • Alitalia with 60 flights every month.
  • Aegean Airlines with 30 flights every month.
  • Qatar Airways with 30 flights every month.

How many flights are there from Athens to Istanbul?
Spur-of-the-moment getaways can be lots of fun. With roughly 4 flights operating from Athens to Istanbul every day, you’ll be able to pick the time that suits you best.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from Athens to Istanbul, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between Athens to Istanbul is April. In the current list of deals available, prices start at £152 and can rise to £177 for return flights.  

Find the best flight from Athens to Istanbul  

Every day between Athens and Istanbul, 26 flights from 7 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with Sichuan Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Thai Airways International, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Pakistan International Airlines, IndiGo, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 1hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 552 km between null and null, let us know! 

Flights from Athens to Istanbul — a great choice on great deals 

We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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We want the experience of booking your flight from Athens to Istanbul to be as simple as possible. That’s why we designed our search and filter options to make your life easy. Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, ebookers has you covered. 

When you’re ready to book, our service is always fast and transparent. We know plans change, so we have a range of flexible booking options. Choose between refundable bookings and flights with no charges should you need to rearrange and travel stress-free. 

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