$43+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara (ESB)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara (ESB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $85 (Turkish Airlines) |
One-way from | $43 (Turkish Airlines) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $69 |
Find flight deals from Istanbul to Ankara
Cheapest flights from Istanbul to AnkaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Ankara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Ankara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from Istanbul to Ankara within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Ankara that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
IstanbulAnkara
IST - ESB
ISTESB
Istanbul
Sat 2/22
1:00 am-2:05 am
Nonstop1h 05m
Ankara Esenboga
Sun 3/16
6:20 am-7:45 am
Nonstop1h 25m
IstanbulAnkara
IST - ESB
ISTESB
Istanbul
Thu 2/6
8:40 pm-6:25 am
1 stop9h 45m
Ankara Esenboga
Sun 2/9
11:55 pm-1:00 pm
1 stop13h 05m
IstanbulAnkara
IST - ESB
ISTESB
Istanbul
Wed 3/12
12:20 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop7h 50m
Ankara Esenboga
Sat 3/15
9:10 pm-6:15 am
1 stop9h 05m
IstanbulAnkara
IST - ESB
ISTESB
Istanbul
Sat 3/8
11:30 am-4:25 pm
1 stop4h 55m
Ankara Esenboga
Thu 3/13
8:30 am-12:55 pm
1 stop4h 25m
IstanbulAnkara
IST - ESB
ISTESB
Istanbul
Sun 2/16
7:00 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 10m
IstanbulAnkara
IST - ESB
ISTESB
Istanbul
Sun 2/16
6:40 pm-6:20 am
1 stop11h 40m
IstanbulAnkara
IST - ESB
ISTESB
Istanbul
Sun 6/1
8:30 am-7:05 pm
1 stop10h 35m
IstanbulAnkara
IST - ESB
ISTESB
Istanbul
Mon 4/21
4:30 am-3:25 am
1 stop22h 55m
Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Ankara
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Ankara in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Ankara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Ankara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Ankara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Ankara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Ankara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Ankara
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Ankara including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Ankara?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Ankara (average of $858). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Ankara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,512). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to ESB?
Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Ankara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
When flying from Istanbul Airport to Ankara, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the evening.
Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Ankara
Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Ankara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
The most flights from IST to ESB are scheduled on a Thursday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).
Rainfall in Ankara by month
Plan your trip to Ankara by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ankara ranges from 0.8 - 2.4 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Ankara when rainfall is around 0.8 in.
Temperature in Ankara by month
Plan your trip to Ankara by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ankara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Ankara
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ankara. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Ankara. Reviews last updated January 17, 2025.
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We arrived early and checked in. The lady at the counter was very rude to us, we believe it’s because we are a mixed race couple. I asked if we could upgrade our seats and she immediately said no upgrades. We walked away with our boarding passes without looking at them. Later we look at passes and she changed my seat. Now we’re not sitting together after my husband bought our seats. We were assigned 9A and 9B, which we paid for. Now I’m in 9E. I went to the care point counter and the person who helped me said she couldn’t put me next to my husband, because he didn’t purchase 9A. I showed her our paperwork and the price we paid for the seats and her response was there’s nothing she could do. I then waited to speak with someone at the gate. The person I spoke with looked at our receipt and changed my seat to 9C. As we’re sitting waiting for boarding I needed to use the restroom, but the person who was there for security pulled the retractable belt barrier right in front of me and said I needed to hold it. I stood there for 5 minutes and then just sat back down…no one even walked by. I did Not like the way that I was treated and we will never fly Turkish Airlines again. If a trip we’re taking causes us to fly Turkish, I would have to think do I want to be treated this way again. There’s no reason to be treated this way Ever. Shame on Turkish!
Entertainment
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Overall
Comfort
Crew
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We arrived early and checked in. The lady at the counter was very rude to us, we believe it’s because we are a mixed race couple. I asked if we could upgrade our seats and she immediately said no upgrades. We walked away with our boarding passes without looking at them. Later we look at passes and she changed my seat. Now we’re not sitting together after my husband bought our seats. We were assigned 9A and 9B, which we paid for. Now I’m in 9E. I went to the care point counter and the person who helped me said she couldn’t put me next to my husband, because he didn’t purchase 9A. I showed her our paperwork and the price we paid for the seats and her response was there’s nothing she could do. I then waited to speak with someone at the gate. The person I spoke with looked at our receipt and changed my seat to 9C. As we’re sitting waiting for boarding I needed to use the restroom, but the person who was there for security pulled the retractable belt barrier right in front of me and said I needed to hold it. I stood there for 5 minutes and then just sat back down…no one even walked by. I did Not like the way that I was treated and we will never fly Turkish Airlines again. If a trip we’re taking causes us to fly Turkish, I would have to think do I want to be treated this way again. There’s no reason to be treated this way Ever. Shame on Turkish!
Entertainment
Food
Overall
Comfort
Crew
Boarding
Reviews
We arrived early and checked in. The lady at the counter was very rude to us, we believe it’s because we are a mixed race couple. I asked if we could upgrade our seats and she immediately said no upgrades. We walked away with our boarding passes without looking at them. Later we look at passes and she changed my seat. Now we’re not sitting together after my husband bought our seats. We were assigned 9A and 9B, which we paid for. Now I’m in 9E. I went to the care point counter and the person who helped me said she couldn’t put me next to my husband, because he didn’t purchase 9A. I showed her our paperwork and the price we paid for the seats and her response was there’s nothing she could do. I then waited to speak with someone at the gate. The person I spoke with looked at our receipt and changed my seat to 9C. As we’re sitting waiting for boarding I needed to use the restroom, but the person who was there for security pulled the retractable belt barrier right in front of me and said I needed to hold it. I stood there for 5 minutes and then just sat back down…no one even walked by. I did Not like the way that I was treated and we will never fly Turkish Airlines again. If a trip we’re taking causes us to fly Turkish, I would have to think do I want to be treated this way again. There’s no reason to be treated this way Ever. Shame on Turkish!
Entertainment
Food
Overall
Comfort
Crew
Boarding
Reviews
We arrived early and checked in. The lady at the counter was very rude to us, we believe it’s because we are a mixed race couple. I asked if we could upgrade our seats and she immediately said no upgrades. We walked away with our boarding passes without looking at them. Later we look at passes and she changed my seat. Now we’re not sitting together after my husband bought our seats. We were assigned 9A and 9B, which we paid for. Now I’m in 9E. I went to the care point counter and the person who helped me said she couldn’t put me next to my husband, because he didn’t purchase 9A. I showed her our paperwork and the price we paid for the seats and her response was there’s nothing she could do. I then waited to speak with someone at the gate. The person I spoke with looked at our receipt and changed my seat to 9C. As we’re sitting waiting for boarding I needed to use the restroom, but the person who was there for security pulled the retractable belt barrier right in front of me and said I needed to hold it. I stood there for 5 minutes and then just sat back down…no one even walked by. I did Not like the way that I was treated and we will never fly Turkish Airlines again. If a trip we’re taking causes us to fly Turkish, I would have to think do I want to be treated this way again. There’s no reason to be treated this way Ever. Shame on Turkish!
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Top 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Ankara
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Ankara. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$39 | Average$70 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$45 | Average$62 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$85 | Average$97 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |