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Cheap flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport from C$ 92

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — IST
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Athens to Istanbul
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 7 June 2026.

Thu 30/78:10 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 35m
Aegean Airlines
Mon 3/84:35 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 4/6C$ 159
Tue 7/77:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Tue 21/79:30 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Deal found 6/6C$ 164
Sun 23/812:50 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Sat 29/83:35 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 6/6C$ 167
Sun 9/812:50 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Sat 15/88:55 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 6/6C$ 183
Tue 7/77:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/73:45 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6C$ 185
Sat 12/127:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Tue 15/1210:30 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Deal found 7/6C$ 191
Sun 23/812:50 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Fri 28/83:45 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 6/6C$ 201
Thu 5/1112:40 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Tue 10/1110:00 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 7/6C$ 202

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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 7 June 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 159

One-way from

C$ 92

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 226

Good round-trip deal

C$ 1,583 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 167 or less
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 30/7-3/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
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Sky Express
  • Sky Express
  • 7/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Athens to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest round-trip

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/8

8:10 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 20/8

3:35 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 220
Quickest round-trip

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 25/11

7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 28/11

10:30 a.m.-10:55 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 238

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/9

4:25 a.m.-3:40 a.m.

1 stop23h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 28/9

4:25 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

1 stop11h 20m

C$ 291

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 28/8

3:55 a.m.-5:25 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 1/9

1:40 a.m.-3:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 336

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 7/7

6:35 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

1 stop4h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 17/7

9:50 p.m.-6:50 a.m.

1 stop9h 00m

C$ 340

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 7/7

11:45 p.m.-7:35 a.m.

1 stop7h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 22/7

10:40 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 396

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/7

7:00 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

1 stop8h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 10/7

11:25 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

1 stop9h 30m

C$ 426

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 13/10

2:45 p.m.-4:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 15/10

3:35 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 456

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 14/10

6:25 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 15/10

12:10 p.m.-5:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 10m

C$ 459

AthensIstanbul

ATH - IST

ATHIST

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 23/8

12:50 a.m.-2:20 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 24/8

12:35 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop11h 35m

C$ 477

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

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

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 155). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 226). 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 7 June 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 69% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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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 7 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aegean Airlines,Sichuan Airlines, andPegasus Airlines from Athens to Istanbul Airport 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
877 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
877 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
877 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
877 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
641 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
877 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

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?

    Located just 19.7 km from the city centre, Athens Eleftherios V. is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Istanbul from Athens. Booking flights from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 31 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 3 different airlines.

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

    Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, and Air Serbia can get you from Athens to Istanbul Airport in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 45m. There are 554 km between Athens and Istanbul Airport. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Athens to Istanbul Airport round-trip from C$ 94. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Sichuan Airlines, from C$ 126, and Aegean Airlines, from C$ 154. Pegasus Airlines is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Sky Express. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 62. Users have also found prices from C$ 67 and C$ 70 on Aegean Airlines and Pegasus Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport are Sky Express (92%), Turkish Airlines (73%) and Aegean Airlines (73%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 91. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Istanbul) can be booked for C$ 266 on average, our data indicates C$ 892 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 155). Flying from Athens to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 226). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapestC$ 94AverageC$ 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 126AverageC$ 192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapestC$ 154AverageC$ 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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