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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Santorini (Thira) Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,873. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,063 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,063, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,253 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,253, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,427 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,427, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,438 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,438, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,448 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,448, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,456 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,456, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,515 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,515, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,708 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,708, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,736 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,736, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,857 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,857, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,919 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,919, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,999 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,999, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,999 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,999, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Santorini (Thira) flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from R 1,448
Jun
from R 1,253
Jul
from R 1,427
Aug
from R 1,515
Sep
from R 1,438
Oct
from R 1,063
Nov
from R 1,708
Dec
from R 1,919
Jan
from R 1,999
Feb
from R 1,736
Mar
from R 1,999
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Istanbul to Santorini (Thira): Alternative routes

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

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Istanbul to Santorini (Thira): Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,063
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week3

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Santorini (Thira) is R 2,508. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Santorini (Thira).
Aegean Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Santorini (Thira).
As of May 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Santorini (Thira) is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Santorini (Thira) Airport on Thursday, 15 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 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 Santorini (Thira) 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 Santorini (Thira) is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Santorini (Thira) is Aegean Airlines .

Travelling from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR): What you need to know

  • Istanbul's main base, Istanbul Airport (IST), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR).

  • 1 hour 25 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to Santorini International Airport flight.

  • Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira). The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Istanbul.

  • The busiest route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Santorini International Airport (JTR). Take your pick of 3 direct services each week. Aegean Airlines operates a 12:05pm departure between IST and JTR.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to JTR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues 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.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR) take off from this terminal.

  • When taking off from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport with Aegean Airlines.

  • The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Aegean Airlines from IST to JTR.

  • The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport. Check out these connections between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and JTR:

    • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Istanbul to JTR flight? Relax in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

About Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • Have a late flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near JTR and be in snooze mode sooner:

  • To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Santorini International Airport flight.

Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)

  • Santorini International Airport to the centre of Santorini (Thira) is about 5 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.

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

  • Right now, R 1,063 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,508. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Istanbul to JTR, book your plane ticket six months before your departure date.

  • November is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Istanbul to Santorini International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Istanbul to JTR.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to visit Santorini (Thira). July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.

  • Lock in a Istanbul to JTR plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santorini (Thira) to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).

More about Santorini (Thira)

  • Start your Santorini (Thira) trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • You'll find plenty of things to do in Santorini (Thira) when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Sunset Oia followed by Views of Santorini and Caldera and Blue Domed Church Santorini.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Santorini (Thira). Around 241 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.

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