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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens from C$ 99

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
29 Aug — 5 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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 Tuesday or Wednesday 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 30 July 2026.

Thu 3/1210:30 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Mon 7/127:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 25/7C$ 170
Sun 6/1210:45 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Thu 10/127:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 28/7C$ 180
Wed 30/124:45 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Fri 1/112:40 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 190
Fri 20/114:45 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Sun 22/118:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 35m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 211
Mon 14/99:25 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/97:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 220
Wed 9/1210:00 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Thu 10/126:30 p.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 225
Sun 13/1210:45 p.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Thu 17/127:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 29/7C$ 234
Tue 15/99:30 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Wed 23/97:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 27/7C$ 237
Mon 14/99:30 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Wed 23/97:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 27/7C$ 241
Wed 16/99:30 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Wed 23/97:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 27/7C$ 242
Mon 14/99:25 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/97:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 245
Thu 17/94:35 a.m.
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/97:00 a.m.
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 246

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 30 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 170

One-way from

C$ 99

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 263

Good round-trip deal

C$ 436 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 195 or less
Sky Express
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  • 3/12-7/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
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  • Sky Express
  • 28/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
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IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 8/1

6:30 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 8/1

6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 180

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 30/12

4:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 1/1

12:40 a.m.-3:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 190

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 8/1

11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 13/1

6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 193

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 27/8

4:35 a.m.-6:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 30/8

8:00 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 261

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 11/8

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

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 14/8

8:00 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 276

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 28/8

8:55 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 1/9

8:00 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 314

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 20/9

4:25 a.m.-3:20 a.m.

1 stop22h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 23/9

3:35 p.m.-3:40 a.m.

1 stop12h 05m

C$ 321

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 20/9

5:50 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop3h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 23/9

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

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 328

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 15/8

10:15 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

1 stop10h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 19/8

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

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 363

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 1/9

4:40 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 6/9

3:35 p.m.-3:40 a.m.

1 stop12h 05m

C$ 391

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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?

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens. 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 Istanbul Airport to Athens?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of C$ 168). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 280). 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 30 July 2026.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 C$ 189 and C$ 310 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 170 on Sky Express (3 Dec-7 Dec).

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 30 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Athens have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
902 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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?

    For a flight from Istanbul to Athens, you will be flying into Eleftherios V.. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is just 19.7 km from the centre of the city. Eleftherios V. is the only Athens airport and it handles 27 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 1 airline has flights to Athens Eleftherios V. from Istanbul on a regular basis.

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

    Aegean Airlines and Air Serbia can get you from Istanbul Airport to Athens in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 554 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Athens round-trip?

    According to our current data, Aegean Airlines (C$ 116), offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Athens. Aegean Airlines is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    C$ 51 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sky Express. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Aegean Airlines and Pegasus Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 56 and C$ 70, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens consider choosing Finnair (83%), Sichuan Airlines (82%) or Thai Airways (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Athens is C$ 145. On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,011. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for C$ 400.

  • 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 C$ 168). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 280). 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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