Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Athens from ₹ 4,995

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ATH
10 May — 17 May1
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 10 April 2026.

Wed 29/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 29/412:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 5/4₹ 11,840
Sun 12/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 12/412:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/4₹ 11,933
Wed 13/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 13/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/4₹ 12,303
Mon 6/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 13/412:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/4₹ 12,395
Mon 18/508:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 22/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/4₹ 12,950
Mon 27/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 8/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 9/4₹ 13,043
Sat 28/1110:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 25m
Sky Express
Mon 30/1107:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Sky Express
Deal found 4/4₹ 13,598
Wed 15/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 22/412:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/4₹ 13,690
Mon 27/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 3/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 5/4₹ 14,338
Mon 27/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 4/512:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/4₹ 14,430
Wed 22/408:30
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 1/612:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/4₹ 14,523
Mon 8/610:40
IST
-
ATH
Nonstop1h 30m
Aegean Airlines
Mon 15/613:00
ATH
-
IST
Nonstop1h 35m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 5/4₹ 15,170

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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 11,840

One-way from

₹ 4,995

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 12,488

Good one-way deal

₹ 16,346 or less
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 29/4-29/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
Sky Express
  • Sky Express
  • 19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Istanbul to Athens
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (₹ 182,402 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 36,178 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Istanbul to Athens Eleftherios V..

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

04:30-14:50

1 stop10h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 15/5

21:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 19,425

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

04:30-03:20

1 stop22h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 12/6

21:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 19,425
Fastest return journey

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 27/5

08:30-10:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 31/5

12:00-13:40

Nonstop1h 40m

₹ 20,628

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

04:30-15:45

1 stop11h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 8/5

21:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 21,645

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 1/7

15:45-09:35

1 stop17h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 5/7

04:30-03:40

1 stop23h 10m

₹ 23,680

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Wed 8/7

15:45-09:35

1 stop17h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 14/7

16:30-03:40

1 stop11h 10m

₹ 23,773

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

04:30-15:45

1 stop11h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 12/5

16:30-15:00

1 stop22h 30m

₹ 24,050

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Sat 2/5

04:30-03:20

1 stop22h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/5

16:30-15:00

1 stop22h 30m

₹ 24,050

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Mon 25/5

17:35-22:45

1 stop5h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 29/5

08:10-09:45

Nonstop1h 35m

₹ 26,918
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

IstanbulAthens

IST - ATH

ISTATH

Istanbul

Fri 5/6

20:55-22:25

Nonstop1h 30m

₹ 7,955

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Athens. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

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 38 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of ₹ 7,215). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 9,805). 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 10 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens?

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

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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.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

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

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  • 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 30 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 ₹ 7,623, 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 (100%), Sky Express (98%), Aegean Airlines (88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 9,294. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Athens Eleftherios V.) can be booked for ₹ 9,990 on average, our data indicates ₹ 19,823 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Athens (average of ₹ 7,215). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 9,805). 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₹ 7,623Average₹ 26,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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