Athens to Istanbul flights
Direct and connecting flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Airport (IST) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Athens to Istanbul take?
Flight time from Athens (ATH) to Istanbul (IST) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Athens to Istanbul?
Airline availability for ATH to IST changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Athens to Istanbul?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ATH to IST varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Turkish Airlines5-yr attributed events: 9Last 90 days: none recorded
- Aegean Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Sky Express5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 8 sightings | No recorded events |
| Aegean Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Sky Express | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning ATH → IST
ATH to IST is a short-haul route of 553 km (344 mi). See the return IST → ATH route.
Alternative airports near Athens: Athens (HEW) — 20 km, Porto Heli (PKH) — 100 km, Syros Island (JSY) — 105 km.
Alternative airports near Istanbul: Istanbul (ISL) — 34 km, Istanbul (SAW) — 64 km, Çorlu (TEQ) — 70 km.