Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Athens Starting at $40

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Athens

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Athens. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$40

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Direct flight
1h 30m
12/25/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul to Athens departs on 12/25/2025, is operated by Aegean Airlines and costs $40

Cheapest round trip flight

$46

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Direct flight
3 hours
06/08/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Istanbul to Athens departs on 06/08/2025, is operated by Aegean Airlines and costs $46

The fastest flight

1h 25m

Fastest flight from Istanbul to Athens takes 1h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

4:35 AM

Latest flight

1:40 AM

Average flight duration

1h 27m

Direct flights count

82

Distance

537km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Istanbul and Athens is 537km (333 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 27m. There are 82 direct flights from Istanbul to Athens. The time difference between Istanbul and Athens is 1h . Flights from Istanbul begin at 4:35 AM. The latest flight from Istanbul departs at 1:40 AM.

Airfare from Istanbul to Athens by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Athens

December 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$42
August 2025
Highest price
on average:
$75
  • Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

Below you will find a list of airlines operating flights on the Istanbul — Athens route and the starting prices for flights of each specific airline on it.

Starting at $39

Starting at $57

Starting at $104

Starting at $123

Starting at $131

Direct Flights from Istanbul to Athens

A direct flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Istanbul to Athens, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/22/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Pegasus Airlines

PC1191

Starting at $76

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/23/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Pegasus Airlines

PC1191

Starting at $124

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/24/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Aegean Airlines

A3995

Starting at $261

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/25/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Aegean Airlines

A3993

Starting at $191

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/26/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Aegean Airlines

A3995

Starting at $106

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/27/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Aegean Airlines

A3995

Starting at $173

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/27/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK1841

Starting at $272

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/29/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK1845

Starting at $193

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/30/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Aegean Airlines

A3995

Starting at $191

Athens city image

IstanbulAthens

ISTATH

05/31/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Aegean Airlines

A3993

Starting at $120

Schedule of direct flights from Istanbul to Athens

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Istanbul to Athens:

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Every day

Starting at $80

Pegasus Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Every day

Starting at $53

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Every day

Starting at $171

Sky Express

Sky Express

Every day

Starting at $59

Istanbul airports overview

IST
+2
Sky Express
Sichuan Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$40
Starting at
$79-9%
on average
SAW
Pegasus Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$53
Starting at
$86
on average

Athens airports overview

ATH
+4
Sky Express
Pegasus Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$40
Starting at
$88
on average

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to Athens?

The cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to Athens according to data for the last 48 hours costs $40

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Istanbul — Athens?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Istanbul to Athens is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Istanbul to Athens?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Istanbul to Athens can be found flying in these months: December, February, November.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Athens?

The fastest flights from Istanbul to Athens start from 1 hour 25 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Istanbul to Athens?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Istanbul — Athens: Pegasus Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Istanbul to Athens

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

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