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Find cheap flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport from $52

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Ankara to Istanbul departing on 3/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Ankara to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Ankara to Istanbul

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ankara to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
6:05 pm - 7:20 pmESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
1:00 pm - 2:15 pmIST-ESB
1h 15mnonstop
$86Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 22
12:55 am - 2:15 amESB-IST
1h 20mnonstop
7:00 am - 8:10 amIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$89Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Mar 29 - Sat, Mar 30
10:55 pm - 12:15 amESB-IST
1h 20mnonstop
10:00 am - 11:20 amIST-ESB
1h 20mnonstop
$91Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Apr 14 - Fri, May 3
10:55 pm - 12:15 amESB-IST
1h 20mnonstop
10:00 am - 11:20 amIST-ESB
1h 20mnonstop
$92Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Apr 6 - Sat, Apr 13
3:10 am - 4:25 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
10:00 am - 11:20 amIST-ESB
1h 20mnonstop
$93Turkish Airlines
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Fri, May 3 - Fri, May 24
3:10 am - 4:25 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
2:00 am - 3:10 amIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$98Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 21
3:10 am - 4:25 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
2:00 am - 3:10 amIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$102Turkish Airlines
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Fri, May 3 - Thu, May 23
8:10 am - 12:00 pmESB-IST
3h 50m1 stop
1:00 pm - 2:10 pmIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
Sat, Mar 30 - Sat, Mar 30
3:10 am - 4:25 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
6:45 pm - 3:25 amIST-ESB
8h 40m1 stop
$444Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 22
6:30 pm - 8:15 amESB-IST
13h 45m1 stop
8:35 pm - 7:25 amIST-ESB
10h 50m1 stop
$608Pegasus Airlines
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Sun, Apr 14 - Fri, May 3

Flights from Ankara to Istanbul - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ankara to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

The average price of all flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Ankara to Istanbul Airport, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Istanbul Airport back to Ankara, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport is October, where tickets cost $46 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and May, where the average cost of tickets is $72 and $64 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 53 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Turkish Airlines offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $52. KAYAK users also found Ankara to Istanbul Airport round-trip flights on Turkish Airlines from $86 and on Pegasus Airlines from $608.

Which airlines fly non-stop between Ankara and Istanbul Airport?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport.
There is just one airline that flies from Ankara to Istanbul Airport direct and that is Turkish Airlines. The best one-way deal found from Turkish Airlines for the route is $69.

How many flights are there between Ankara and Istanbul Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 17 and 21 nonstop flights that take off from Ankara and land in Istanbul Airport, with an average flight time of 1h 20m. The most common departure time is 1:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 132 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Ankara and Istanbul Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport take?

Direct flights cover the 236 miles separating Ankara to Istanbul Airport in about 1h 15m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Ankara at 12:55 am and will be landing in Istanbul Airport at 2:15 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport jets off at 11:30 pm and lands at 12:50 am.

Good to know

Low season

September

High season

August

Cheapest flight

$52
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Ankara to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ankara to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Ankara to Istanbul Airport flights

  • Turkish Airlines has a reasonable carry-on weight allowance on its flights from Ankara to Istanbul. You can bring one piece of carry-on baggage weighing up to 17.6 lb and one personal item weighing up to 8.8 lb in Economy Class cabins. The combined carry-on weight allowance is 26.4 lb.

    If you’re looking for eco-friendly flights from Ankara to Istanbul, consider booking Turkish Airlines, which has several non-stop flights that emit less CO₂. The airline has implemented several sustainable measures like the Co2mission Program to lower greenhouse gas emissions in its daily operations.

  • Which is the best arrival airport in Istanbul for flights from Ankara?

    Flights from Ankara to Istanbul can also land at Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). The choice of arrival airport in Istanbul depends on your travel plans. SAW is on the Asian side of Istanbul (25 miles from the city center) and has several flight options. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the largest airport in the city, with more amenities. It’s located on the European side of Istanbul, around 20 miles from the city center.

  • How do I get to downtown Istanbul from Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    IST is served by several public buses that connect the airport to the city center. The journey time from the airport to the European and Asian parts of Istanbul is around 30 to 90 minutes, depending on your destination. You can also opt for colored taxis outside the Domestic and International Arrivals Halls. Multiple car rentals are available outside the Arrivals area.

  • What lounges are available at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)?

    If you’re looking for a place to relax at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) before your short flight to Istanbul, you can check into Primeclass Lounge or Comfort Lounge, which are accessible by paying at the door. These lounges have flight information monitors, comfortable seats, air-conditioned spaces, dining options, magazines, newspapers, and free high-speed internet.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport was $52 for a one-way ticket and $86 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Ankara and Istanbul Airport?

    No

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ankara to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Ankara and Istanbul Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Ankara to Istanbul, Turkish Airlines or Pegasus Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ankara to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. With an average price for the route of $78 and an overall rating of 7.5, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Pegasus Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $52 and an overall rating of 6.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Ankara is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Ankara with another airline. Booking your flights between Ankara and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Ankara up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from ESB to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $95 or less one-way and $748 or less round-trip.
  • What assistance does Geneva Airport (GVA) offer passengers with reduced mobility?
  • Persons with disabilities or reduced mobility can access different services and amenities at the airport. You’ll find wheelchair assistance, accessible parking, priority security check, GVAssistance personnel for terminal assistance, wheelchair-accessible restrooms, ramps, and elevators.
  • The Ankara (ESB) to Istanbul (IST) flight route features a high number of direct connections. You’ll also find multiple connecting flights. If you opt for a one-stop flight on this route, you’ll likely have a layover at Izmir (ADB), Antalya (AYT), Bodrum (BJV), Dalaman (DLM), Trabzon (TZX), Diyarbakır (DIY), or Gaziantep (GZT).
  • If you have a minor flying alone from Ankara to Istanbul, you can book them with Turkish Airlines, which offers an Unaccompanied Minor service on their direct flights. This service is available for children aged 7 to 12 flying alone. Your child will receive the necessary help throughout the flight and be escorted through the airports.
  • For Business Class flights from Ankara to Istanbul, consider booking Turkish Airlines, which offers this travel option on its direct flights. You’ll enjoy gourmet meals on board, priority service, comfortable seats with lie-flat features, in-flight entertainment, and spacious cabins with more legroom.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

Find which airlines fly direct from Esenboga to Istanbul, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul

Monday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

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Nonstop returns

Istanbul to Ankara Esenboga

Monday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +10 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +11 more

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Top airlines flying from Ankara to Istanbul

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Ankara to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to KAYAK reviews.
7.5
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3799 reviews
76entertainment
75food
75overall
78crew
75boarding
74comfort
Airline reviews

Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

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Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

I paid for reserved seats but didn't got them at all

Service was superb and the flight experience overall was great

Multiple errors by Turkish airlines and Istanbul Airport kept us from making flight. Stuck in Istanbul!

The flight departed on time and the staff was professional.

A good airline, but at checking in, they allocated seats for my wife, and I far away from each other, and to change them, they wanted a payment, such a bad policy, it leaves a bitter taste in the mouth All was good on the plane, good food, but the air hostess was abrupt and a bit rough dealing with the passengers, but one has to find excuses for staff working under pressure

I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction with the recent flight experience I had with your airline. This has been one of the worst travel experiences I have ever encountered, and I feel compelled to bring it to your attention. Firstly, I missed my flight due to what I perceive to be a lack of clear communication and coordination on the part of your staff. There was no remorse or apology from the airline's representatives, which further exacerbated the situation. As a result of missing my flight, I was subjected to a 24-hour delay at the airport, where I had to spend a significant amount of money to rent a hotel room and cover other incidental expenses. Additionally, since my baggage was already checked in from Tanzania to Turkey, I had to purchase essential items for the 24-hour period. What truly dismayed me, however, was the discourteous and unprofessional attitude of your staff. Their lack of empathy and understanding only added to the stress and inconvenience of the situation. I have been traveling abroad for over 20 years, and I can confidently say that this experience has been the worst I have ever encountered. As a result, I am compelled to reconsider ever using your airline again for future travel. I strongly urge you to address the issues I have raised and take immediate steps to rectify the situation. Additionally, I expect a formal apology and a refund for the expenses I incurred due to the airline's negligence.

My mother got sick and dying and i have to change my flight and they charged me $2260 that is redisclose.

Flight canceled and uncanceled. I had already rebooked and so have to pay for both. No one is willing to admit fault

Traveling is Okay, but staying in Istanbul, specially Wi-Fi in airport terrible.

All good but air not give the pasing er any food even glase of water

Flight delayed by 1hr when we already boarded because someone had to get off. Leg room is terrible for 6ft people like me.

I used the airline 5-6 times for the last year and every flight have had perfect timing and I like it. Despite catastrophic absence of space for my legs 😁

The crew was utterly non helping and non courteous.I asked for a water. The air hostess could have said it's paid . She informed me that I will come later after serving but never turned up. The seats were never comfortable.My first and last flight with Pegasus.I am not taking again

The plane left Istanbul 1 hour late and the AC was not really working great it was so hot inside and no air. This was my worst flight in a long time since I had a flight with Ryanair.

Cheap and cheerful. It’s a super cheap, no frills flight. Very professional and as it’s an A320 relatively spacious. Seats do not recline. Happy with the service. You get what you pay for. Can’t complain

I had 4 flights for less than a week and there were no delays and issues. Thanks to the crews and for perfectly organised service.

There is no usb for charging the phone you should provide the water

Pegasus is a clean safe and most importantly CHEAP way to travel. If you travel a lot on a budget, it can be a great option

Didn't enforce passengers to wear medical grade masks nor that they even properly wear their masks throughout the flight. So it was lots of people of unknown vaccination status all around me without masks on the whole flight.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Ankara to Istanbul found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
3/28Thu
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
$52
4/18Thu
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mESB-IST
$53
6/14Fri
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 25mESB-IST
$58
3/29Fri
1 stop
4h 10mESB-IST
$65
5/7Tue
1 stop
4h 40mESB-IST
$89
4/6Sat
1 stop
13h 30mESB-IST
$103
6/14Fri
1 stop
6h 20mESB-IST
$106
4/6Sat
2 stopsPegasus Airlines
24h 30mESB-IST
$369
3/30Sat
1 stopflydubai
16h 15mESB-IST
$503
4/20Sat
1 stopflydubai
16h 55mESB-IST
$513

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Last minute flights from Ankara to Istanbul

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Ankara to Istanbul that are departing in the next 10 days.
3/21Thu
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 25mESB-IST
3/23Sat
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mIST-ESB
$73
3/21Thu
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
4/17Wed
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mIST-ESB
$78
3/23Sat
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
3/24Sun
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$79
3/21Thu
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
4/16Tue
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$81
3/22Fri
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
3/23Sat
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$83
3/20Wed
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
4/1Mon
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mIST-ESB
$86
3/20Wed
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 25mESB-IST
3/31Sun
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$92
3/23Sat
multi-stop
7h 00mESB-IST
3/24Sun
nonstop
1h 10mIST-ESB
$332
3/21Thu
nonstop
1h 20mESB-IST
4/17Wed
multi-stop
10h 00mIST-ESB
$379
3/22Fri
multi-stopPegasus Airlines
17h 00mESB-IST
4/16Tue
multi-stopPegasus Airlines
22h 35mIST-ESB
$568

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Ankara - Istanbul Airport Flights

Departure:

Ankara (ESB)Türkiye

Destination:

Istanbul Airport (IST)Türkiye

Return flight deals:

Istanbul Airport - Ankara

Cabin classes:

$460
$3,832
$374

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Flights$4511h 15m
Buses$315h 46m