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Cheap flights Athens to Istanbul
Compare flights from Athens to Istanbul in one place: the cheapest dates, airlines and trusted booking partners are listed below.
Date:
Travel time
Flights≈ 1 h 22 min
Distance
ATH – IST563 km
Time difference
Greece · TürkiyeIstanbul is 1 h ahead
Price calendar: Athens → Istanbul
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Cheapest months
Cheapest dates we found
Wed, Jan 6~90 ₼PC · directThu, Jan 14~94 ₼PC · directSat, Jan 30~94 ₼A3 · directMon, Nov 30~99 ₼PC · directFri, Jan 8~99 ₼A3 · directWed, Jan 13~99 ₼A3 · direct
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Flight, train or bus: compare
| Transport | Travel time | CO₂ (per person) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlightsFastest | ≈ 3 h 52 min | ≈ 95 kg | ~90 ₼ |
| Trains | ≈ 8 h 9 min | ≈ 25 kg | See prices › |
| BusesLowest CO₂ | ≈ 11 h 10 min | ≈ 19 kg | See prices › |
Times and CO₂ are estimates based on distance and average values for each mode.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take Athens to Istanbul?
Flights: about 1 h 22 min. The straight-line distance is 563 km.
How much is a ticket Athens to Istanbul?
The cheapest fare we found starts at $52.9 (2027-01-06). Prices change daily, so compare partners before booking.
Is there a time difference between Athens and Istanbul?
Istanbul is 1 h ahead
What other ways are there to travel Athens to Istanbul?
Options on this route: flights, trains, buses.