How does Wingie offer the cheapest Athens-Istanbul flights?

When you search for Athens-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Athens-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Athens-Istanbul flights?

For Athens-Istanbul flights, you can use Athens Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Athens-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Athens-Istanbul is 573 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour.

Which day is the most convenient for Athens-Istanbul flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Athens-Istanbul flights is Sunday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Athens-Istanbul?

Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus organizes direct flights between Athens-Istanbul.

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Quick Flight Summary from Athens to Istanbul

Key numbers to know before you book

Lowest recent price
EGP 3,377
Direct flight duration 1 hour 25 min
Direct airlines Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus
Arrival airports SAW / IST
Best days to book Thursday, Wednesday
Average over the last 30 days
EGP 4,598

Cheapest flights from Athens to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Aegean Airlines

6 Aug, Thu18:25

Athens – Istanbul

1h 30m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 2,472

Aegean Airlines

1 Jul, Wed18:25

Athens – Istanbul

1h 30m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 3,059

Aegean Airlines

7 Aug, Fri08:10

Athens – Istanbul

1h 35m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 3,073

Aegean Airlines

11 Aug, Tue13:00

Athens – Istanbul

1h 35m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 3,525

SKY express

30 Jul, Thu07:00

Athens – Istanbul

1h 30m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 3,933

Aegean Airlines

1 Aug, Sat18:25

Athens – Istanbul

1h 30m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 3,933

Aegean Airlines

10 Aug, Mon08:10

Athens – Istanbul

1h 35m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 3,940

Aegean Airlines

8 Aug, Sat18:25

Athens – Istanbul

1h 30m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 3,958

Aegean Airlines

29 Jul, Wed08:10

Athens – Istanbul

1h 35m

Non-stop

ATH–IST

EGP 3,960

Last update: 26 June 2026 13:09

Direct flights from Athens to Istanbul

Estimated Prices for Athens to Istanbul Flights

EGP 8,889

EGP 3,499

EGP 4,303

26Fri

Jun

EGP 4,307

27Sat

EGP 6,327

28Sun

EGP 5,425

29Mon

EGP 5,446

30Tue

EGP 4,459

01Wed

Jul

EGP 5,058

02Thu

EGP 3,499

03Fri

EGP 4,426

04Sat

EGP 6,461

05Sun

EGP 5,470

06Mon

EGP 3,904

07Tue

EGP 5,950

08Wed

EGP 4,443

09Thu

EGP 5,522

10Fri

EGP 5,451

11Sat

EGP 6,430

12Sun

EGP 5,547

13Mon

EGP 5,524

14Tue

EGP 5,895

15Wed

EGP 5,565

16Thu

EGP 6,867

17Fri

EGP 8,176

18Sat

EGP 8,889

19Sun

EGP 6,628

20Mon

EGP 5,950

21Tue

EGP 5,588

22Wed

EGP 5,487

23Thu

EGP 5,660

24Fri

EGP 6,562

25Sat

Key Features of the Airlines

- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Athens City Center

Athens Intl. Airport

Greece's capital, Athens, is one of the cities that has effected today's world with its history and culture. With this attribute, it hosts millions of tourists from around the world. Athens' only airport, Elefterios Venizelos International Airport, however, is an important airport to which 15 million of people who visit the city arrive through.

For transportation here, you can get on the bus number 732 from the Sintagma and Omonoia squares in the city center of Athens, getting off on the third stop, Evangelimos Hospital stop and changing on to bus number X95, arriving at the airport after about an hour-long trip. X96, however, provides transportation to the Pire Port and from Pire, to the airport.

Rail System

Passing through Monastiraki and Sintagma, located in the city center, the M3 line takes you directly to the Airport. However, from the Omonoia Square you can get on the M1 line to get to Monastiraki switching to line M2 which will get you to Sintagma from where you can get on a bus to the airport.

The M3 line also can get you to important places like the Benaki museum, Athens Academy and Athens Concert hall.

Private Vehicle

Athens, unlike western European cities, does not have orderly streets and boulevards. Because of this, your chance of getting lost is very high.Attiki Road will get you to the A64 which takes you to the Airport. You can get to the Airport via private vehicle in 30 to 40 minutes and park it in the 1360 capacity parking lot.

Airport Information

Hosting more than 15 million visitors annually, the airport offers its passengers and their close ones places to spend their time fruitfully. With health and maintenance facilities located within the airport, there is also a small archaeological and Acropolis exhibition.

There are also galleries where temporary exhibitions take place in the Airport. It is rich in terms of eating, drinking and shopping. There is a large Duty Free in the airport where you can find everything related to the Mediterranean culture and cuisine.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

You can get to the city center from the Sabiha Gökçen Airport using the TEM highway and following the exit and street signs. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. If you want to leave your car at the airport there is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot. There are also some private parking facilities located around the airport.

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city center from Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. If you’re in a hurry and don’t want to lose time we suggest taking a taxi to a certain point and then transferring to the metro or metrobus. This way you can avoid traffic, even during rush hour.

Havabus

The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadikoy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.

Marmaray

The Marmaray is a faster alternative for those living on the European side in particular. You can take a taxi or bus to the Kartal metro stop, then get on the metro and continue in the Kadıköy direction. Get off at Ayrılık Çeşmesi and transfer to the Marmaray where you can cross to the European side of the city at the Yenikapı station. From Yenikapı, which is a major station for the metro, buses, and ferries, you can reach many central locations on the European side of the city. Sea buses and ferries to various places in the Marmara Region like Bandırma, Yalova, Avşa, Bursa and Çınarcık depart from the Yenikapı İDO pier. Moreover, you can travel with your vehicle on the ferries.

Bus

You can get to the city center from Sabiha Gökçen Airport by bus.

Lines that operate between the airport and central locations in the city are as follows: E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

By getting off at the Kadiköy or Bostanci piers you can take a boat to Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands, like Buyukada, Heybeliada, Burgazada and Kinaliada.

Metro

From the airport you can take a bus or taxi to the Kartal metro station and get on the Kadikoy-Kaynarca line in the Kadikoy direction.

Rental Cars

You can get to the city center by renting a car from various rental agencies at the airport. You can also return your rental vehicle to rental agencies located in the city. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making your reservation.

Istanbul Airport

You can get to the city center from Atatürk Airport, located on the European side of Istanbul, by taxi, airport shuttles, metro, bus, private transportation services or your personal car. The most important factor to consider when picking your means of transportation to reach the city center is the traffic. Using alternative means of transportation, like a combination of taxi, metro or metrobus, during rush hour will save time.

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city center from Atatürk Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. If you’re in a hurry and don’t want to lose time we suggest taking a taxi to a certain point and then transferring to the metro or metrobus. This way you can avoid traffic, even during rush hour. Some taxis accept credit card payments. If you want to pay using your credit card make sure to indicate this before hand to the driver and get in a vehicle that accepts credit card payments.

Havabus

The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Atatürk Airport and central locations in the city. The Havatas shuttles provide service to and from Taksim and Yenikapi IDO Pier every 30 minutes.

Bus

You can use public buses to get to the city center from Atatürk Airport. Using the istanbulkart (smart card for fare payment), this is the most economical alternative. From the airport you can use the TH-1 bus to get to Taksim and the YH-1 bus to get to Yenikapi. From Taksim and Yenikapi you can transfer to the metro to reach other central districts.

Metro

One of the fastest alternatives to get to the city center is by metro. Using the metro station that is located in the airport you can easily reach various parts of the city like Yenikapı, Aksaray, Fatih, Topkapı, and Esenler. If you’re planning on continuing your journey to a different city by bus, the metro goes to the Esenler Bus Station.

Rental Cars

You can get to the city center by renting a car from rental agencies such as AVIS, Budget, or Europcar both at the airport or various locations in the city like Beşiktaş, Taksim, Kadıköy, Bostancı and Bakırköy. You can also return your rental vehicle to the offices of the aforementioned companies located in the city. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making your reservation.