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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
82%Trains are 82% more expensive in Athens than in Istanbul.
Istanbul$1.14
Athens$2.08
MealMid-priced restaurant
50%The average meal is 50% more expensive in Athens than in Istanbul.
Istanbul$16.87
Athens$26.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
305%Taxis are 305% more expensive in Athens than in Istanbul.
Istanbul$1.71
Athens$6.93
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
17%Coffee is 17% more expensive in Athens than in Istanbul.
Istanbul$5.37
Athens$6.29
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 0.58 EUR
1 EUR = 1.74 AUD
Last checked on Wed, 26/03
Distance: 562 kms
Istanbul airports
Istanbul Airport (IST)How far from city centre: 34 kms
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)How far from city centre: 30 kms
Athens airports
E. Venizelos (ATH)How far from city centre: 20 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Istanbul to Athens

How long does the flight take to go from Istanbul to Athens?
The total flight time between Istanbul and Athens is of around 01:31 hours on average, considering an average distance of 557 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Istanbul to Athens at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Istanbul to Athens is $59. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Athens expensive to visit compared to Istanbul?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Athens costs an average of 6.93 AUD, 305% more expensive than Istanbul, with a fare of 1.71 AUD,

while train tickets costs 82% more in Athens: 2.08 AUD against 1.14 AUD in Istanbul.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 26.00 AUD in Athens, 54% more than the 16.87 AUD in Istanbul.

The price of the coffee is around 17% more expensive in Athens, with an average of 6.29 AUD , while in Istanbul the coffee costs 5.37 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Istanbul to Athens?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Greece may apply when travelling from Istanbul. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Athens compared to Istanbul?
While in Istanbul the temperatures can reach an average of 32.95 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 5.3 mm ,Athens's temperatures can go up to 35.31 ºC during the hot season, with 5.3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 2.15 ºC in Athens, compared to the -0.3 ºC average degrees reported in Istanbul. During the winter period, Istanbul can register 9 mm precipitation, while Athens have an average of 9 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Istanbul and Athens?

The main airport route flying between Istanbul and Athens is: Istanbul Airport (IST) to E. Venizelos (ATH). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Aegean Airlines.

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