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Find cheap flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport from $48

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Cheap flight deals from Ankara to Istanbul (ESB-IST)

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.
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6:05 pm - 7:20 pmESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
6:00 am - 7:15 amIST-ESB
1h 15mnonstop
$84Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 8
6:05 pm - 7:20 pmESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
2:00 am - 3:10 amIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$93Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Jun 1 - Fri, Jun 7
6:05 pm - 7:20 pmESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
3:05 am - 4:20 amIST-ESB
1h 15mnonstop
$103Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Jun 3 - Sun, Jun 9
3:10 am - 4:25 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
6:00 am - 7:15 amIST-ESB
1h 15mnonstop
$104Turkish Airlines
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Fri, May 31 - Sat, Jun 8
2:05 pm - 3:25 pmESB-IST
1h 20mnonstop
6:00 pm - 7:10 pmIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$113Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Jun 3 - Mon, Jun 10
3:10 am - 4:25 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
7:00 am - 8:10 amIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$124Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 10
3:10 am - 4:25 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
12:00 pm - 9:55 pmIST-ESB
9h 55m1 stop
Mon, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 7
3:10 am - 4:25 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
3:05 am - 4:20 amIST-ESB
1h 15mnonstop
$504Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Jun 24 - Sat, Jun 29

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 Saturday 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 May and July, where the average cost of tickets is $69 and $62 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 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 14 nonstop flights that take off from Ankara and land in Istanbul Airport, with an average flight time of 1h 19m. The most common departure time is 8:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 98 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 14.

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 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem 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 3:10 am and will be landing in Istanbul Airport at 4:25 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 10:55 pm and lands at 12:15 am.

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Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$48
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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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 $48 for a one-way ticket and $84 for a round-trip.

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

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Ankara to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • 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 7.4, 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 $83 or less one-way and $723 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

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ankara to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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 verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3709 reviews
7.4Boarding
7.4Comfort
7.8Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.4Food
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The seat did not recline and we called the stewardess, he forced it to recline, but when we landed, it did not come forward because the seat was broken. The stewardess came, He tried to do it but couldn't do it, the flight commander came and spoke to us in a bad tone, telling us to get out of here, she waited at the head and acted as if there was a child and we couldn't get up, it was very shameful, I don't even know if it's true, but she said if you don't get up, the plane will not land and will keep turning around. Then a passenger pushed the seat from behind and it worked. Then we wanted to talk to the supervisor again, but she did not come next to us. We fly so much and this is the first time we encountered such a style.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Apr 2024FRA - IST
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The seat did not recline and we called the stewardess, he forced it to recline, but when we landed, it did not come forward because the seat was broken. The stewardess came, He tried to do it but couldn't do it, the flight commander came and spoke to us in a bad tone, telling us to get out of here, she waited at the head and acted as if there was a child and we couldn't get up, it was very shameful, I don't even know if it's true, but she said if you don't get up, the plane will not land and will keep turning around. Then a passenger pushed the seat from behind and it worked. Then we wanted to talk to the supervisor again, but she did not come next to us. We fly so much and this is the first time we encountered such a style.

Excellent service and comfort from the moment you check in. Flight crew is hyper focused on making passengers comfortable and at ease. It’s like a flying hotel!

Horrible. Boarding was terrible. For a huge airplane, we needed to be transported to the plane. The boarding area was overcrowded and frantic. .The seats were so uncomfortable. The food was fine.

Only chicken as a meat dish through out the flight

Nothing really was great as such. Seen other no name airlines perform better.

It was a nightmare. I booked business class ticket from Ediburgh to Beirut via Istanbul to attend a funeral. I had a wonderful experience flying to Istanbul from Edinburgh. Then I could not get a boarding pass issued to Beirut. It seems that although they booked me and I had a reservation number, I had no seat allocated and the flight was full. I was asked to go from one desk to another and made to wait for 2 hours. I missed my flight as I did not have a seat assigned and it was full. The only option was to put me on the next flight, 6 hours later, for a fee of over $400. They said that was the best they can do to 'help me' and to 'take it or leave it'. Well, I was not about to be bullied; I stood my ground. I booked and paid premium for the journey, which was confirmed. The eventually accepted to not charge me extra and i waited a total of over 8 hours in the airport with no compensation. On top of my grief with the risk of missing the funeral service, I had to put up with their indifference and condescending attitude. They spoke about me in Turkish thinking I would not understand (I hold a British passport) in front of me. When they eventually handed my passport and boarding pass back to me, I showed them I was born in Istanbul and that I understood everything and said a condescending 'thank you' back to them in Turkish. You should have seen their faces. I said that consumers have rights and it is a shame that Turkish Airlines does not have good customer service to at least acknowledge and apologize for errors committed by the airline. Blaming the me, the client, for such an error and placing unreasonable ultimatums, rudeness and dismissiveness to be rid of me, particularly when I was vulnerable and visibly grieving was really shocking... The airline taints the city of Istanbul and the people of Türkiye. Such a shame.

Was not able to check in online, so had to stand in line for 90 minutes to get a boarding pass, and I had no luggage to check. Why not let people check in in advance on line? Or at a kiosk at the airport?

Boarding did not have a clue what is an EU disability card

Not a good experience from Lagos was very terrible paying for one extra bag is #403,600 in dollars is $331 which is too high and when get to Ny I don’t receive my bag till 2nd day some of my stuff was damaged am not really happy with Turkish Airlines very poor services.

3 of us were in the business class. All good except the Flight out of Mumbai is too early. It is at 6:30 am. Reporting is at 4 am. We had to get up at 3 am. US connection has 4-5 hours of layover. It would be nicer to start the India flight late (give more time to sleep at home) and have less layover duration in IST.

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

It was like moving cattle around. Very abrupt, uncomfortable and not much hospitality

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

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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.
5/16Thu
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
$48
5/14Tue
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
$58
5/9Thu
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mESB-IST
$62
5/15Wed
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mESB-IST
$69
5/14Tue
1 stop
15h 50mESB-IST
$70
5/14Tue
1 stop
15h 50mESB-IST
$71
5/16Thu
1 stop
5h 45mESB-IST
$75
5/15Wed
2 stopsPegasus Airlines
16h 20mESB-IST
$253
10/27Sun
1 stopPegasus Airlines
21h 40mESB-IST
$260
5/21Tue
1 stopAir Serbia
11h 50mESB-IST
$288

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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.
5/7Tue
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
5/15Wed
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mIST-ESB
$93
5/7Tue
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
5/14Tue
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$98
5/9Thu
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 20mESB-IST
5/13Mon
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$104
5/6Mon
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mESB-IST
5/14Tue
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$109
5/5Sun
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mESB-IST
5/18Sat
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$118
5/5Sun
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 15mESB-IST
5/17Fri
nonstopTurkish Airlines
1h 10mIST-ESB
$124

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Ankara - Istanbul Airport Flights

Departure:

Ankara (ESB)Türkiye

Destination:

Istanbul Airport (IST)Türkiye

Return flight deals:

Istanbul Airport - Ankara

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