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Cheap Flights from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul

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Flight deals from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.Rs24,844 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,844, select.
Istanbul.Rs25,918 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Dec.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs25,918, select.
Istanbul.Rs25,944 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs25,944, select.
Istanbul.Rs26,168 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,168, select.
Istanbul.Rs26,204 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,204, select.
Istanbul.Rs27,577 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,577, select.
Istanbul.Rs27,893 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,893, select.
Istanbul.Rs28,067 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Santorini (Thira) on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs28,067, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in February.
Aug
from Rs35,423
Sep
from Rs32,463
Oct
from Rs28,067
Nov
from Rs25,944
Dec
from Rs25,918
Jan
from Rs26,204
Feb
from Rs24,844
Mar
from Rs26,168
Apr
from Rs27,577
May
from Rs27,893
Jun
from Rs31,952
Jul
from Rs35,192

Direct flights from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul

Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs24,844
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul is Rs47,058. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul.
Aegean Airlines flies direct from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul.
As of August 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 11 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Santorini (Thira).

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your JTR to IST flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santorini International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between JTR and IST:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Frederic Chopin Airport

    • Palese Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Rs24,844 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs47,058. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JTR to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Landing cheap flights from JTR to IST is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Santorini International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • Santorini International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 92.74% of flights that take off from JTR reach their destination on time.

  • To get to Santorini International Airport from central Santorini (Thira), it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to JTR:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're landing on a late Santorini International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near IST:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Santorini International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Santorini International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JTR to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.

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