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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
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 (ESB-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return 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.

Recent return flight deals from Ankara to Istanbul

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Ankara to Istanbul.
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Royal Air Maroc
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Air Serbia
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Asiana Airlines
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Air New Zealand
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Ankara to Istanbul flights

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 round-trip flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Istanbul Airport on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to fly from Ankara to Istanbul Airport. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

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 round-trip 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 March, where tickets cost £33 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £70 and £66 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £640, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Ankara to Istanbul Airport

Low season

February

High season

August
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)

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 return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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.

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

    Emirates, and flydubai 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 direct flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport on a daily basis.

  • 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 travellers 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 return ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Ankara with another airline.

  • 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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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Ankara? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £192 or less one-way and £298 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 direct from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?

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

Direct departures

Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul

Monday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Ankara Esenboga

Monday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, +9 more

Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, +10 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Ankara to Istanbul

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Flights£5920h 00m
Buses£287h 14m

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