The cheapest and fastest flights from Istanbul to Athens
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €127
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €337
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 1 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 1 h 25 m
- Flights on Nov 13
- 25
- Distance
- 560 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Istanbul to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Athens will cost around €337 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €127.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 25 flights from Istanbul to Athens, including 18 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct flights cover the 560 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the longest flights will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
A3505 · A31294:40 PM 8h21 Istanbul Airport 12:01 AM Athens International Airport €127 1 One-way 1 transfer
A39996:30 AM 1h30 Istanbul Airport 7:00 AM Athens International Airport €141 1 One-way 0 transfers
A399111:30 AM 1h25 Istanbul Airport 11:55 AM Athens International Airport €141 1 One-way 0 transfers
TK18475:35 AM 1h30 Istanbul Airport 6:05 AM Athens International Airport €152 1 One-way 0 transfers
PC11917:40 AM 1h25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport 8:05 AM Athens International Airport €159 1 One-way 0 transfers
PC11934:45 PM 1h25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport 5:10 PM Athens International Airport €172 1 One-way 0 transfers
PC11917:40 AM 1h25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport 8:05 AM Athens International Airport €159 1 One-way 0 transfers
A399111:30 AM 1h25 Istanbul Airport 11:55 AM Athens International Airport €141 1 One-way 0 transfers
TK919111:30 AM 1h25 Istanbul Airport 11:55 AM Athens International Airport €279 1 One-way 0 transfers
GQ67110:30 AM 1h25 Istanbul Airport 10:55 AM Athens International Airport €160 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Istanbul to Athens flight
Flights from Istanbul to Athens depart on average 27 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
There are 14 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 560 km distance in 1h 20m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 560 km |
Average flight duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Flights per day 27 |
Direct flights 14 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Istanbul to Athens trip
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Live departures
Istanbul to Athens flight times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Athens flights for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A3993 | 4:45 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 5:15 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TK9193 | 4:45 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 5:15 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ7033+ AZ722 | 5:45 PM Istanbul Airport | 8h05 | 12:50 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1845 | 8:30 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 9:00 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
A33151 | 8:30 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 9:00 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ7029+ AZ720 | 9:10 PM Istanbul Airport | 15h45 | 11:55 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3995 | 10:00 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 10:30 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 13 | |||||
TK1847 | 5:35 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 6:05 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
A33161 | 5:35 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 6:05 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
A3999 | 6:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 7:00 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TK8807 | 6:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 7:00 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
PC1191 | 7:40 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1h25 | 8:05 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TK1843 | 8:10 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 8:40 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
A33155 | 8:10 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 8:40 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
GQ671 | 10:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h25 | 10:55 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TK9191 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h25 | 11:55 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
A3991 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h25 | 11:55 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ722+ AZ7057 | 2:05 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 11h45 | 12:50 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ720+ AZ7057 | 2:05 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 22h50 | 11:55 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1849 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h30 | 2:55 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Istanbul to Athens Flight
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popular airports
Popular airports from Istanbul to Athens
Most Istanbul to Athens flights use the Istanbul Airport to Athens International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Athens airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Which Istanbul airport do flights to Athens leave from?
Getting to Istanbul Airport from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul Airport is 32 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul Airport airport facilities and services
Istanbul Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering services from various banks.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 7 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport airport facilities and services
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Which Athens airport do flights from Istanbul arrive at?
Getting to Athens International Airport from Athens city centre
Athens International Airport is 4 km from Athens city centre. Public transport options include:
Athens International Airport airport facilities and services
Athens International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Athens International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Athens International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Airports for flights from Istanbul to Athens
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