How many flights depart from Athens to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, 18 flights take off from Athens and land in Istanbul Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 36% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How often are flights from Athens to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Athens and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 112 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Athens to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Athens to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Royal Air Maroc have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul?

Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Air Serbia are the most popular carriers operating from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Athens to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Athens and Istanbul Airport is 129 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 24% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Prices for flights from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $149 to $248. The lowest price recently found on this route was $145.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Athens and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $160. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in January, then you should wait until February to fly from Athens, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $174.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport from Athens. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $894. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul Airport on Thursday is $2,157.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Athens to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $869. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Istanbul Airport are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $2,127. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Athens when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $220 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Athens for as low as $183 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Athens to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Athens to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Athens in the past 72 hours is $198. The best return flight deal from Athens to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $869.

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How far is Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul by plane?
Athens Eleftherios V. and Istanbul are 563.7 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 1h 30m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Istanbul Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Athens to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Athens to Istanbul Airport is Airbus A320neo, representing 29.14% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 15.37%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 13.77%, and Airbus A321neo at 9.61%.

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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Istanbul from Athens.

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Istanbul from Athens which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Athens and Istanbul Airport?

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What is the cheapest Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

What cabin class options are available on Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Athens to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Athens to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul?

Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Air Serbia are the most popular carriers operating from Athens Eleftherios V. to Istanbul

How often are flights from Athens to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Athens and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 112 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Athens to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Athens to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Royal Air Maroc have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Athens to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, 18 flights take off from Athens and land in Istanbul Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 36% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Athens to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Athens and Istanbul Airport is 129 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 24% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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