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November 27 - November 28

Cheapest

IST - Athens

$140

$83

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December 5 - December 6

Cheapest

Best

IST - Athens

$167

$83

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December 4 - December 10

IST - Athens

$164

$87

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November 20 - November 21

IST - Athens

$135

$88

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November 4 - November 25

IST - Athens

$118

$88

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August 17 - August 18

Earliest

IST - Athens

$165

$89

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August 25 - August 26

IST - Athens

$165

$89

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August 24 - August 25

IST - Athens

$165

$89

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November 21 - November 22

IST - Athens

$136

$89

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December 14 - December 15

IST - Athens

$168

$89

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Athens

A typical journey from Istanbul to Athens takes about 7h 0m, including connections. Given that 44.6% of recent fares are non-stop, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically involve 1 stopover. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 554 km.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Istanbul to Athens, fares typically range from $172–$467, with a median of $304. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Athens? The data shows that January is the cheapest month, with a median fare of $54. February also offers lower prices, with a median of $96, followed by September at a median of $116. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel on this route.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Athens

Regular price: $110 - $190

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Istanbul to Athens.

The regular price range for this route is $110 to $190. The current lowest deal is $83 with Aegean Airlines, for travel from Nov 27-Nov 28.

now $83

Low $110

High $190

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Athens is January, with a median price of $54. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $477. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $54

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $477

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Athens

Aegean Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Athens

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Athens

Istanbul (IST) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

$227

$132

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Athens

Istanbul (IST) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

$163

$91

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Athens

Istanbul (IST) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

$132

$91

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Athens

Istanbul (IST) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

$142

$91

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Athens

Istanbul (IST) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

$165

$97

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Athens

Istanbul (IST) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

$163

$92

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Athens

2 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 14

$252 → $151

40%

1 night

Jul 13 - Jul 14

$227 → $132

42%

1 night

Dec 5 - Dec 6

$167 → $83

50%

1 night

Dec 26 - Dec 27

$171 → $90

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Athens

Istanbul - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Athens are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Athens, with a median price of $54.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 7 hours, 0 minutes

Flights from Istanbul to Athens typically take 7 hours, 0 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Aegean Airlines offers direct flights

Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul to Athens, with deals found for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aegean Airlines has a recent deal for $83

A recent deal from Aegean Airlines for Istanbul to Athens was found for $83.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Athens are frequent, with over 1 deal per day historically.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary departure option for flights to Athens, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~40 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$83

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides another departure choice from Istanbul for flights to Athens.

📍 ~40 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$104

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is the primary gateway for flights from Istanbul to Athens.

📍 ~20 km from Athens city center (reachable by metro, suburban rail, bus, taxi, car rental).

💸 Flights from ~$83

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International (KLX) is a mainland alternative with reliable road access via the A7 highway.

📍 ~135 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$256

Nea Anchialos National (VOL)

Nea Anchialos National (VOL) is a mainland option accessible by car or bus from Athens.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$343

Mykonos Island National (JMK)

Mykonos Island National (JMK) is a major international hub with extensive European connections.

📍 ~165 km from Athens (requires ferry or domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$174

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR) is a busy airport with diverse international routes.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (requires sea or air transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$151

Araxos (GPA)

Araxos (GPA) is a mainland airport serving the Peloponnese region, reachable by road.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$335

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, booking flights from Istanbul to Athens 14-27 days in advance typically offers the best value, with an average price of $231. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made closer to the travel date, such as $366 for flights booked 0-6 days out. Similarly, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows a higher average price of $368. This suggests a sweet spot for securing more economical fares within the two-to-four-week window before departure.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Athens is considered to be $172 or less. The median price for this route was $304. Travelers should aim for fares at or below the good price threshold to secure a more economical journey. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $467 or less.

Historically, January and February typically offer the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Athens. January shows a median price of $54, while February has a median price of $96. September also presents a relatively low median price of $116. These months are generally more affordable compared to the annual median price of $304 for this route.

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