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Cheap Flight Deals from Istanbul to Athens (IST-ATH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Athens that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Athens

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Istanbul to Athens.
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4:35 am - 6:05 amIST-ATH
1h 30mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:30 amATH-IST
1h 30mnonstop
Fri, May 30 - Mon, Jun 2
Aegean Airlines Logo
4:35 am - 6:05 amIST-ATH
1h 30mnonstop
Aegean Airlines Logo
12:50 am - 2:20 amATH-IST
1h 30mnonstop
$142Aegean Airlines
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Tue, May 20 - Sun, May 25
Sky Express Logo
9:30 am - 10:55 amIST-ATH
1h 25mnonstop
Sky Express Logo
7:00 am - 8:30 amATH-IST
1h 30mnonstop
$146Sky Express
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Tue, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 19
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4:35 am - 6:05 amIST-ATH
1h 30mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:30 amATH-IST
1h 30mnonstop
Tue, May 20 - Mon, May 26
Sky Express Logo
9:30 am - 10:55 amIST-ATH
1h 25mnonstop
Sky Express Logo
7:00 am - 8:30 amATH-IST
1h 30mnonstop
$153Sky Express
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Thu, Jun 26 - Mon, Jun 30
Air Serbia Logo
4:35 pm - 2:55 pmIST-ATH
22h 20m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
4:20 pm - 3:30 amATH-IST
11h 10m1 stop
$170Air Serbia
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Tue, Jun 10 - Mon, Jun 16
Air Serbia Logo
4:35 pm - 2:55 pmIST-ATH
22h 20m1 stop
Air Serbia Logo
4:30 am - 2:55 pmATH-IST
10h 25m1 stop
$187Air Serbia
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Tue, Jun 10 - Fri, Jun 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:40 am - 3:05 amIST-ATH
1h 25mnonstop
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3:55 am - 5:25 amATH-IST
1h 30mnonstop
$225Turkish Airlines
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Wed, May 14 - Fri, May 23
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:40 am - 3:05 amIST-ATH
1h 25mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:55 am - 5:25 amATH-IST
1h 30mnonstop
$231Turkish Airlines
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Sun, May 25 - Tue, May 27
TAROM Logo
10:15 am - 6:20 pmIST-ATH
8h 05m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 9:25 amATH-IST
14h 15m1 stop
$327TAROM
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Fri, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 9
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Athens flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Athens to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Istanbul to Athens? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Athens on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Istanbul Airport, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens is February, where tickets cost $86 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are September and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $248 and $247 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonApril
High seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$54
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 50% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens

When to book flights from Istanbul to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Istanbul Airport to Athens flights

  • How early should I arrive at IST?

    When flying from Istanbul to Athens, you should ensure that you arrive at the airport at least 3h before your flight's scheduled departure time. As a result, you will go through the security checkpoints and ticketing office, get your boarding pass, and arrive at the departure gate on time. Alternatively, to help you plan for your trip, you can log into your airline website to check how busy the wait lines are.

  • Is it possible to spend the night at ATH?

    ATH is not very accommodating to overnight travelers. There aren't many benches that are comfy and/or armrest-free. It's preferable just to stay awake and upright the entire time. The seats near McDonald's may be your best bet if you plan to spend the night there because it appears that the airside provides greater resting alternatives than the landside.

  • Are there any onsite hotels at ATH?

    Multiple onsite hotels at ATH offer exceptional services, including airport shuttle transfers and complimentary breakfast and fitness centers. Therefore, if you want to make reservations to avoid the late-night fuss, consider booking your stay at the Sofitel Athens Airport hotel, located approximately 0.2 miles away from the airport.

  • What family services will I find at IST?

    Families flying through Istanbul Airport (IST) can utilize the family amenities available at the airport. The airport is equipped with an interactive kids’ playground on the Departures Level. This facility is to help kids relax their muscles after a long flight or burn off some energy before boarding their flights. Nursing mothers can also use the Mamava pods located in Concourse A, B, D, and G.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens was $54 for a one-way ticket and $135 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Istanbul Airport and Athens?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Istanbul Airport and on arrival in Athens.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    When flying out of Istanbul Airport you will be using Istanbul. You will be landing at Athens, also known as Athens Eleftherios V..

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul Airport to Athens flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul Airport and Athens.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    There are nonstop flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Athens, Aegean Airlines or Sky Express?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Athens are Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. With an average price for the route of $230 and an overall rating of 8.1, Aegean Airlines is the most popular choice. Sky Express is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $133 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Athens from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Athens with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Istanbul Airport and ATH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Athens from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $101 or less one-way and $179 or less round-trip.
  • Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) is the major and largest international Airport serving Athens, Greece. The airport is located approximately 20.5 miles from Athens city center. ATH serves as the hub of Ryanair, Sky Express, Aegean Airlines, Volotea, and Olympic Air.
  • The most efficient and quickest way to travel from Istanbul city center to IST is via a taxi or self-driving. With a taxi or self-drive, you can get to the airport in approximately 40-45 minutes, depending on the traffic. However, with self-drive, you will have to factor in the parking time, which is approximately 10 minutes. Compared to buses that take about 60 minutes and metros 40 minutes to cover this distance, taxis are your best option if you risk missing your flight.
  • IST offers services for passengers with limited mobility flying through the airport. It offers wheelchair services and extra assistance upon request. Therefore, you should contact your airline before your travel date to access these services. On the other hand, ATH is equipped with elevators and wheelchair-accessible washrooms making navigation easier.
  • If you want to eat while at Istanbul Airport (IST), it features multiple coffee shops and restaurants that you can explore. These food concessions are found on the Airside and Landside of the airport.
  • ATH features a museum at the main terminal, displaying Greek Aviation history that you can explore while at the airport. Art lovers can also visit the Art and Exhibition area located on the Arrivals level. This area features photography exhibitions and paintings.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

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Direct returns

Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul

Monday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, IndiGo, +5 more

Aegean Airlines, Emirates, +6 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Istanbul to Athens

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Athens. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.1
Aegean AirlinesOverall score based on 739 reviews
7.3Food
8.6Crew
7.8Comfort
7.8Boarding
6.9Entertainment
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A thoroughly enjoyable experience in business class, which we “won” in the airlines lottery In exchange for a relatively small deposit. The breakfast served at the beginning of this three hour flight was absolutely phenomenal. I would be tempted to fly Aegean airlines on a transatlantic flight in light of this experience.

10.0 ExcellentJeffrey, Apr 2025HER - MUC
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A thoroughly enjoyable experience in business class, which we “won” in the airlines lottery In exchange for a relatively small deposit. The breakfast served at the beginning of this three hour flight was absolutely phenomenal. I would be tempted to fly Aegean airlines on a transatlantic flight in light of this experience.

Was grateful that this flight was held for us as we were late from our prior flight.

Our connecting flight from Barcelona to Athens was late and it appeared that we would not make the connectimg flight to Telaviv. The plane ended up waiting and we made the connection. The airline redeemed itself.

Lovely experience with Aegean. The crew felt with some extremely rude customers with professionalism and poise. The flight went off without a hitch and even landed early!

When a flight has a delay of about an hour it is customary to announce the passengers

Nice business class service for shot flight. Especially when the free WiFi works

I liked bumping up to Business for less than full price. Also the option to choose your own meal online. In retrospect I would have gone with the standard meal option, but c'st la vie. Overall pretty standard flight, got good views of Greece as the sun rose. That's about it.

It was a short flight (2hours) so the tiny, tiny seats were somewhat tolerable. People with long legs had their knees up to the chair in front of them, quite uncomfortable. I was pleasantly surprised they served a small meal which was quite good. Staff were all great.

Boarding in BCN was really poorly managed. No communication from airline staff and no signs as to what groups line up where. It was just guessing. There were delays that were also not communicated so everybody was standing in line for almost an hour.

they were good. they coordinated pick up of luaggage at final destination. The had text updates on phone with gate/dep.time etc.

There was a departure delay of at least one hour. We also waited in line for 40 minutes and then in the bus for 20 minutes.

It was a short flight so food and entertainment wasn’t necessary

The flight went well, but boarding via a shirtless bus was unpleasant

My flight was supposed to leave at 8:35 and arrive at 9:35. The plane took off at 9:20 and we arrived after 10am. Horrible experience and zero organisation.

Relatively good for a LCC, free water and a biscuit, free standard seat selection at check-in. Just be wary of legroom if you're tall, and the boarding process was very disorganised with no announcements and no queue management.

Do not check bags with Sky Express! We were flying from the Milos airport to Athens. Sky Express lost our checked bags. We were on our way to a wedding in Athens.. In fact, more than half of the flight’s passengers had their bags lost / left at the terminal. This was not a large plane (~50 people), so having left that many bags at a very very small airport where there was only one other flight (from another carrier) scheduled that day, is a ridiculously large oversight. Our bags were sent on a meandering ferry to Athens the following day, to arrive at our hotel 3 days later, but it was too late to be helpful. We had to buy outfits and toiletries, etc when we arrived for the event. We are filing a claim with Sky Express for partial reimbursement.

Never heard about them before and was surprised how organized and efficient they are.

These were tickets purchased with a stolen credit card number.

Seriously, every airline needs to improve their boarding procedures. Even though Sky Express boarded the furtheredt seats from the door first, it was still disappointing that it took so long to board.

Cannot take it dur to the delayed first flight. Staff at the desk very unfriendly.

Both my luggages were never sent from Istanbul. After 10 hour flight from DC to Turkey and another 12 hour layover in Istanbul Airport, I would’ve at least expected to find my luggages when I arrived in Addis Ababa, but that wasn’t the case. After 2 hours of waiting at the luggage carousel, we were told that our luggages would be arriving the next day after midnight. I was already so exhausted, that I hated having to come back to the airport the next day. Thankfully, I received both my luggages the following day. It’s just, the whole experience was exhausting.

The check in process at Istanbul airport caused my family a great deal of stress and disappointment due to the following factors: 1) WE HAD TO PAY US$330 for check on bags, despite holding Economy tickets that Turkish airlines website clearly states that flights from Istanbul to Miami had a 2 checked bags allowance. 2) Airport staff not only lacked empathy for senior travelers (75 yrs old and 71 yrs old), but were also rude as well. The supervisor at check it offered "if you don't pay for the bags, you can just remain and sleep at the airport for however long you wish. What a terrible way to treat customers !!! 3) We were bumped from agent to agent to agent FIVE times, showing everyone the communication we received telling us we had the 2 bags entitlement. Two elderly people lugging 4 suitcase around and around the Turkish terminal. Again, what a sad way to treat customers !!! 4) We need a case opened to get a refund for the amount we paid. Something is amiss, screams unethical, and sounds unscrupulous......At First , we were told we must pay for 4 bags. All of a sudden, it became 2 bags, and finally all 4 bags were checked on with payments demanded for 2. Why did it vary from agent to agent???? 5) OVERALL, A TERRIBLE AND SUSPICIOUSLLY UNSCRUPULOUS EXPERIENCE FLYING WITH TURKISH AIRLINES. WE ARE TERRIBLY DISAPPOINTED AND SAD THAT OUR VISIT TO A BEAUTIFUL CITY ENDED IN SUCH A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE

5 unnecessary control before get in the craft. It is exagerated and very inefficient

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

One of the best flights I have been on in a while.

Here's a sample answer: "Honestly, I was really impressed with Turkish Airlines, but if I had to suggest one area for improvement, it would be: - *More efficient boarding process*: I noticed that boarding took a bit longer than expected, which might be frustrating for passengers with tight connections.

Not worth pay business class and get service economy class

In this long haul flight, flight attendants never stopped moving and giving excellent service. Very impressive. Very comfortable seats and excellent food

In sharp contrast to the modern glitzy airport, boarding facilities were primitive. Passengers had to board buses and walk up steep stairs in bitter cold with carry-on baggages. I found no reason why aerobridge was not provided.

A fairly standard 2/2 configuration. Boeing 787-9 is modern but the amenities chosen by Turkish for their seats are slightly limited - no in-seat charging, for example. Otherwise, a good flight.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Pegasus is a very efficient airline. Passengers, however are sometimes unruly. Getting up right after take off. Getting up right when we land and before getting to the gate. Switching seats to the front so she can get a better seat. It is unfair for those that actually paid for seats. Flight attendants seem to not enforce it. One or two bad actors ruins it. Overall, the airline is great.

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

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