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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Athens International to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Istanbul.$78 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 9, returning Sun, Mar 1.Round-trip flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Athens International on Fri, Jan 9, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Istanbul on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $78, select.
Istanbul.$81 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 2, returning Tue, Mar 10.Round-trip flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Athens International on Mon, Mar 2, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Istanbul on Tue, Mar 10, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $81, select.
Istanbul.$81 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 16, returning Sat, Apr 4.Round-trip flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Athens International on Mon, Mar 16, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Istanbul on Sat, Apr 4, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $81, select.
Istanbul.$81 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 9, returning Sun, Mar 1.Round-trip flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Athens International on Mon, Feb 9, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Istanbul on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $81, select.
Istanbul.$81 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 6, returning Sun, Apr 12.Round-trip flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Athens International on Mon, Apr 6, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Istanbul on Sun, Apr 12, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $81, select.
Istanbul.$82 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 28, returning Mon, Nov 3.Round-trip flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departing from Athens International on Tue, Oct 28, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departing from Istanbul on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $82, select.
Istanbul.$83 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 9, returning Wed, Jan 14.Round-trip flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Athens International on Fri, Jan 9, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Istanbul on Wed, Jan 14, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $83, select.
Istanbul.$84 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 1, returning Sun, Dec 7.Round-trip flight with SKY express and Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departing from Athens International on Mon, Dec 1, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departing from Istanbul on Sun, Dec 7, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $84, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in March.
Sep
from $151
Oct
from $90
Nov
from $84
Dec
from $84
Jan
from $83
Feb
from $84
Mar
from $81
Apr
from $81
May
from $89
Jun
from $89
Jul
from $89
Aug
from $89

Direct flights from Athens International to Istanbul

Athens International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Athens International to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Athens to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$78
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 34 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week156

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Athens International to Istanbul is $78. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Istanbul.
Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Athens International to Istanbul.
There are 156 flights per week flying from Athens International to Istanbul, as of September 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Istanbul is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SKY express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Istanbul is one hour ahead of Athens and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Flights from ATH to IST start from 00:40 — the first with Aegean Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:50 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 211 weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Traveling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Traveling to Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ATH and IST include:

    • Thessaloniki International Airport

    • Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport

    • Sofia Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $42. A round-trip fare is currently $78. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to IST. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from ATH to IST is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on time at their destination.

  • To reach Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're arriving on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near IST:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the center of Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometers away.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Istanbul in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from ATH to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometers east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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