On this page, you can find and book flight tickets for the Athens — Istanbul route. The 563 km flight is operated regularly, with a total frequency of approximately 93 flights per week.
Direct flights and connecting options are offered by airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Aegean Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and price trend graph to select the most favorable offer.
The table shows direct flights Athens → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Sky Express. Departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Athens — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 189 in a, and the most expensive are around AED 496 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Athens → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 233 | low | May | AED 442 | high | Sep | AED 349 | medium |
| Feb | AED 210 | low | Jun | AED 466 | high | Oct | AED 279 | medium |
| Mar | AED 256 | low | Jul | AED 489 | high | Nov | AED 233 | low |
| Apr | AED 326 | medium | Aug | AED 442 | high | Dec | AED 326 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Istanbul is characterized by mild but humid conditions. The warmest month is August, with an average temperature of 28.8°C, while January is considered the coldest and rainiest period, with total precipitation reaching 82 mm.
From a budget perspective, the most favorable month to fly is May, when ticket prices start AED 187. June is considered the most expensive period, with minimum fares reaching AED 315.
The optimal times for booking are September or November: during these months, moderate prices of AED 192 and AED 196 are maintained, and weather conditions remain comfortable for traveling.
Around 12 air carriers operate on the route from Athens to Istanbul, with Turkish Airlines, Aegean Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines leading in terms of flight frequency. Direct connections between the cities are maintained by a regular flow of 93 flights per week. To view a detailed schedule for specific dates and select your preferred class of service, please use the list below.
Flights Athens — Istanbul depart from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers a distance of 563 km and takes on average from 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on the chosen airline and aircraft type.
Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Aegean Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines. In total, more than 10 different carriers are involved in this direction.
For citizens of the Russian Federation, a visa-free regime applies, allowing stays in the country for up to 60 days. You only need a valid passport with sufficient remaining validity.
Flights from Athens arrive at either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW). The exact arrival terminal is specified on your ticket during booking.
The lowest fares are usually available for flights during the spring and autumn months. The cheapest ticket in our database currently starts from 4,013 ₽.
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