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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens from ₹ 6,480

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 28/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
27 May — 3 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or November, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 27 April 2026.

Wed 30/1217:00
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Aegean Airlines
Sat 2/108:05
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 27/4₹ 12,021
Wed 13/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 13/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/4₹ 12,490
Mon 18/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 22/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 13,241
Mon 27/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 4/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 14,744
Mon 18/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 24/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/4₹ 15,965
Mon 3/809:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Tue 11/807:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 24/4₹ 16,716
Fri 3/710:40
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Sun 5/708:10
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 35m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 27/4₹ 17,467

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 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 12,490

One-way from

₹ 6,480

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 12,866

Good one-way deal

₹ 23,327 or less
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 13/5-13/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
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Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 28/6
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (₹ 185,047 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 37,240 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 27/9

15:45-15:45

1 stop24h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 4/10

21:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 20,848

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 1/9

04:30-03:20

1 stop22h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 6/9

21:20-03:40

1 stop6h 20m

₹ 20,942

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 16/10

04:30-03:20

1 stop22h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 28/10

15:50-04:30

1 stop11h 40m

₹ 21,881

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 19/6

04:30-20:35

1 stop16h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 21/6

21:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 22,820

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 16/6

10:40-12:10

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 23/6

06:35-11:20

1 stop4h 45m

₹ 22,914

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 4/9

15:45-03:20

1 stop11h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/9

04:30-03:40

1 stop23h 10m

₹ 23,290

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Mon 3/8

04:30-09:35

1 stop5h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/8

04:30-03:40

1 stop23h 10m

₹ 24,229

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 7/5

04:30-03:20

1 stop22h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 15/5

21:20-03:40

1 stop6h 20m

₹ 24,417

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Thu 21/5

04:30-03:20

1 stop22h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/6

10:20-03:40

1 stop17h 20m

₹ 24,511
Fastest return journey

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 12/6

01:40-03:05

Nonstop1h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 13/8

10:25-12:00

Nonstop1h 35m

₹ 25,732

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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?

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of ₹ 9,391). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 18,500). 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 27 April 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.

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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 27 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Athens. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
870 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
870 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
870 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

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?

    If you book a flight to Athens from Istanbul, you will be flying to Eleftherios V., which is the city’s only airport. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is located 19.7 km from the centre of Athens. There are 29 flights from Istanbul to Eleftherios V. per day from 1 airline.

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

    Departing from Istanbul Airport to Athens will take you 1h 30m. 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?

    Currently priced at ₹ 7,739, Aegean Airlines will fly you from Istanbul Airport to Athens and back. In addition to Aegean Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Aegean Airlines is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Istanbul Airport to Athens on time: Air Canada (96%), Sky Express (95%), Emirates (92%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 23,327. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.) can be booked for ₹ 10,142 on average, our data indicates ₹ 23,354 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens.

  • 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of ₹ 9,391). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 18,500). 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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Aegean AirlinesCheapest₹ 7,739Average₹ 26,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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