How to get from Athens to Istanbul
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We compared the ways to travel from Athens to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 555 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on July 30, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €42Checked Sep 10 | 1h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €89Older observation | 25h 15m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€42Checked Sep 101h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€89Older observation25h 15m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Athens to Istanbul: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Athens Eleftherios Venizelos → Istanbul Airportflight
Aegean Airlines·1h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Athens to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€93October 2026
€56Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Aegean AirlinesAthens Eleftherios Venizelos-Istanbul AirportSee live options and dates →
ArdaTurAthens-Haskovo, Haskovo-IstanbulBook →On this route you travel with Aegean Airlines, ArdaTur; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Athens to Istanbul works
Start with a A3 flight from Athens to Istanbul, about 1h 35m. In total it's roughly €54 over 1h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Athens to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Athens to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Athens?
About 555 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Athens to Istanbul cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €78 to €89. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Athens to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 35m.
How long is the flight from Athens to Istanbul?
About 1h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Athens and Istanbul?
Athens is ATH and Istanbul is IST, so this route is usually written ATH to IST.
Which operators run Athens to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with Aegean Airlines, ArdaTur.
What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Istanbul?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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