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Overview: Athens to Istanbul flight
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Flights from Athens to Istanbul depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
There are 12 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 560 km distance in 1h 20m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 560 km |
Average flight duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 12 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel December |
First flight 00:20 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Athens to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£149
Average price
£668
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Flights per day
10
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Athens to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Istanbul will cost around £668 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £149.
Of the 10 flights that leave Athens for Istanbul every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 560 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 16 h 20 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.
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QR208 · QR239PC1192PC1194GQ670QR208 · QR241QR208 · QR239Live departures
Athens to Istanbul flight times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Istanbul flights for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 A33160 | 11:10 Athens International Airport | 1h35 | 12:45 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
 A3992 | 11:30 Athens International Airport | 1h30 | 13:00 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| G9685 · G9287 | 11:45 Athens International Airport | 27h15 | 15:00 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
| G9685 · G9321 | 11:45 Athens International Airport | 23h05 | 10:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
| A33152 | 13:45 Athens International Airport | 1h40 | 15:25 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| A3994 | 16:30 Athens International Airport | 1h30 | 18:00 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| QR208 · QR239 | 17:00 Athens International Airport | 16h20 | 09:20 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
| QR208 · QR245 | 17:00 Athens International Airport | 22h40 | 15:40 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
| QR208 · QR241 | 17:00 Athens International Airport | 16h10 | 09:10 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
| QR208 · QR237 | 17:00 Athens International Airport | 11h00 | 04:00 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
| PC1192 | 07:30 Athens International Airport | 1h20 | 08:50 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Flights from Athens to Istanbul
There are numerous daily flights from Athens to Istanbul. Flights between these two capital cities are direct or indirect and take between 1 hour and 20 minutes and 5 hours and 55 minutes. The airlines traveling this route include, but are not limited to, national carriers Turkish Airlines and Olympic Airlines, low-cost flyer Pegasus Airlines, Aegean Airlines, and Egypt Air. Direct flights are fastest, and there are between 8 and 9 daily direct flights along this route.
Which airlines fly from Athens to Istanbul?
National carriers Turkish Airlines and Olympic Airlines, low-cost flyer Pegasus Airlines, as well as Aegean Airlines, and Egypt Air fly from Athens to Istanbul daily. These 5 airlines tend to offer the fastest flights available overall. Pegasus and Aegean typically have the fastest flight time on their morning and evening flights.
How long is the flight from Athens to Istanbul?
Passengers can expect flying from Athens to Istanbul to take between 1 hour and 20 minutes and 5 hours and 55 minutes. Direct flights are faster, although some efficient indirect flights are available with one short stopover on the way to Istanbul.
How many flights are there from Athens to Istanbul?
There are usually between 8 and 9 direct flights each day, and numerous more indirect options are available. Direct flights are evenly scheduled throughout the day. The daily timetable starts just before 6:00 a.m. Monday through Sunday with Aegean Airlines, and the last departure of the day is typically around 10:25 p.m. Flight frequency and departure times don't vary considerably across weekdays and weekends.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Athens to Istanbul?
Departure airport: Flights depart from Athens International Airport, Athens main airport, with two terminals, free WiFi and a range of shopping and dining experiences for passengers waiting for flights. Athens Airport is on Metro Line 3 and it takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport from central Athens.
Arrival airport: Flights arrive at one of two Istanbul airports: Istanbul Ataturk International Airport, or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Ataturk Airport is roughly 12 miles from central Istanbul and takes 45 minutes on the Metro and Tram systems. Sabiha Gokcen is roughly 90 minutes away from central Istanbul via Airport shuttle.
FAQs: Athens to Istanbul flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Istanbul by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Flights from Athens to Istanbul generally leave from Athens International Airport and arrive in Istanbul Airport.
Athens International Airport is 33.3 km away from Athens city centre and Istanbul Airport is 44.2 km from Istanbul city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Istanbul
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Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes.
- Shops are available in the main terminal, including duty-free shops and brands like Hellenic Duty Free and Korres.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking. Short-term parking located at P1 and P2, approximately 3.8€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Aegean Business Lounge and Skyserv Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located at the arrivals level, near Exit 3.
- Bus: X93, X95, X96, X97
- Metro: Line 3
- Suburban Railway: Proastiakos
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including duty-free shops and brands like Hugo Boss and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 0.73€ (21 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- H-2
- IST-1
- IST-2
- IST-3
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops located in duty-free area, including D&R and Turkish Delight.
- Parking available, located near terminal, approximately 0.18€ (5 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including ISG Lounge with food and shower facilities.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Buses: E10, E11, SG-2
- Metro: M4
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