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$70+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in January or April, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Athens
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 July 29, 2026.

This Sky Express deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Sky Express is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/310:30 am
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Mon 12/77:00 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 7/25$121
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 10/306:30 am
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Sun 11/812:40 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 7/25$127
This Sky Express deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Sky Express is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/610:45 pm
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Thu 12/107:00 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 7/28$128
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 12/304:45 pm
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Fri 1/112:40 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 7/29$135
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/104:35 am
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/177:00 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$137
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:55 pm
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/77:00 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$138
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/299:30 am
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Wed 9/307:00 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 7/29$139
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1910:30 am
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Sun 11/227:15 pm
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 7/28$142
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/149:30 am
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Sun 10/257:15 pm
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 7/28$144
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/139:30 am
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Mon 8/177:00 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 7/28$147
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 11/204:45 pm
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Sun 11/228:00 am
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 35m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 7/27$150

Find 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 July 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$121
(Sky Express)

One-way from

$70
(CheapOair)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$187

Good round-trip deal

$221 or less

Good one-way deal

$130 or less
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From Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V.
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One-way flight from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($6 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 12/3

10:30 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/7

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$128

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 12/30

4:45 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 1/1

12:40 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$135

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 12/13

10:45 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/17

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$166

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 12/13

4:40 pm-3:25 am

1 stop11h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/17

4:35 pm-4:40 am

1 stop11h 05m

$191

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 9/20

4:25 am-3:20 am

1 stop22h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/23

3:35 pm-3:40 am

1 stop12h 05m

$225

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 9/10

4:25 am-3:45 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/17

4:25 am-3:40 am

1 stop23h 15m

$236
Quickest round-trip

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 9/12

1:45 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/16

4:00 am-5:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$237

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 9/16

1:45 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 10/4

3:40 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$262

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 9/1

4:40 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/6

3:35 pm-3:40 am

1 stop12h 05m

$278
Cheapest one-way

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 10/15

12:20 pm-12:20 am

1 stop12h 00m

$99

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Deals found on 7/28

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Athens

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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens, you should look to book at least 37 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of $119). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 July 29, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% 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 July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Athens flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Istanbul Airport to Athens flights typically cost between $134 and $220 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $121 on Sky Express (Dec 3-Dec 7).

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 July 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aegean Airlines,Sichuan Airlines, andSky Express from Istanbul Airport to Athens by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
902 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
902 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
902 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
902 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Sky Express
7.6
Good
132 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
902 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,457 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
902 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
633 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
902 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.

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 28 flights from Istanbul to Eleftherios V. per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    Sky Express and Aegean Airlines can get you from Istanbul Airport to Athens in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Istanbul Airport and Athens is about 344 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • 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 $78 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sky Express and Pegasus Airlines, starting at $81 and $104 round-trip. Aegean Airlines is currently priced 49% 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 Sky Express, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. Aegean Airlines flights start at $42 while deals on Pegasus Airlines start at $52 one-way.

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

    Consider Finnair (83%), Sichuan Airlines (82%) or Thai Airways (81%) 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 $233, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $63. The most popular route (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.), is priced around $128.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of $119). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to Athens

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Athens. 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 July 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$78Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
Sky ExpressCheapest$81Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$104Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$121Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$177Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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