How to get from Istanbul to Athens
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Athens. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 30m, 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 September 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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Istanbul to Athens: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Istanbul Airport → Athens Eleftherios Venizelosflight
Aegean Airlines·1h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Athens
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€127October 2026
€93Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Aegean AirlinesIstanbul Airport-Athens Eleftherios VenizelosSee live options and dates →
Sky ExpressIstanbul Airport-Athens Eleftherios VenizelosSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Aegean Airlines, Sky Express; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Athens works
Start with a Aegean Airlines flight from Istanbul to Athens, about 1h 30m. In total it's roughly €40 over 1h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Athens: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Athens?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Athens from Istanbul?
About 555 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Athens cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €49 to €154. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Athens?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 30m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Athens?
About 1h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Athens?
Istanbul is IST and Athens is ATH, so this route is usually written IST to ATH.
Which operators run Istanbul to Athens?
On this route you travel with Aegean Airlines, Sky Express.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Athens?
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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