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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) Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs59,171. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.Rs24,642 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,642, select.

Istanbul.Rs27,160 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,160, select.

Istanbul.Rs28,980 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs28,980, select.

Istanbul.Rs29,784 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs29,784, select.

Istanbul.Rs30,796 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,796, select.

Istanbul.Rs30,850 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,850, select.

Istanbul.Rs30,878 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,878, select.

Istanbul.Rs30,897 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,897, select.

Istanbul.Rs30,974 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,974, select.

Istanbul.Rs36,348 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs36,348, select.

Istanbul.Rs36,705 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs36,705, select.

Istanbul.Rs39,860 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Santorini (Thira) on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs39,860, select.

Istanbul.Rs39,971 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs39,971, select.

Istanbul.Rs40,073 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Santorini (Thira) on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,073, select.

Istanbul.Rs43,123 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Fri, 4 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,123, select.

Istanbul.Rs43,243 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Fri, 2 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,243, select.

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

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Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs24,642
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airline	Aegean Airlines
Average flights per week	2

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

How much are return flights from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul is Rs58,334. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul?

1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul?

Aegean Airlines flies direct from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul?

As of July 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Santorini (Thira) to Istanbul is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

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 Thursday, 17 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

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

Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Istanbul is one hour ahead of Santorini (Thira) and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your JTR to IST flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
Aegean Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between JTR and IST:
- Athens International Airport
- Warsaw Chopin Airport
- Bari Airport

Handy information about Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)

87% of flights leaving Santorini (Thira) Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of JTR.
Santorini (Thira) Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to JTR? If you're boarding an early flight from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

If you're coming in on a late Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

August is the most popular month for flights from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Istanbul in March.
When booking your flight from Santorini (Thira) Airport to Istanbul Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from JTR to IST in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.