158 € Cheap Flights from Mykonos to Istanbul

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Flight deals from Mykonos to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 202 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mykonos to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mykonos to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Mykonos to Istanbul

Mykonos to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Mykonos to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found158 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 22 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Mykonos to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mykonos to Istanbul is 158 €. 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 22 minutes is the average flight time from Mykonos to Istanbul.
Aegean Airlines flies direct from Mykonos to Istanbul.
As of July 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Mykonos to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Mykonos to Istanbul is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 22 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.

Flying from Mykonos Airport (JMK) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Istanbul is one hour ahead of Mykonos and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your JMK to IST flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Aegean Airlines is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JMK and IST:

    • Athens International Airport

    • Vienna Airport

    • Bari Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Mykonos Airport (JMK) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is 80 €. A round-trip fare is currently 158 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from JMK to IST by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from JMK to IST.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Handy information about Mykonos Airport (JMK)

  • 87% of flights departing from Mykonos Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of JMK.

  • Mykonos Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Mykonos. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near JMK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Istanbul in March.

  • Book your flight from Mykonos Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JMK to IST sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.