HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Ankara

$42+ 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ESB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Istanbul to Ankara with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Ankara

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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$84
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$42
(Turkish Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$65
Provider with most accurate pricing for Istanbul-Ankara Esenboga flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Istanbul-Ankara Esenboga flights.
Search Deals
From Istanbul to Ankara Esenboga
Search Deals
One-way flight from Istanbul to Ankara Esenboga
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Ankara

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ankara
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 February 20, 2025.

This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 2/252:00 amIST - ESB
Nonstop1h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 3/111:05 pmESB - IST
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/271:30 pmIST - ESB
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/27:50 amESB - IST
1 stop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$125
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/18:00 amIST - ESB
1 stop8h 25mPegasus Airlines
Sun 3/28:30 amESB - IST
1 stop4h 25mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,067

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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Ankara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulAnkara

IST - ESB

ISTESB

Istanbul

Tue 3/18

1:00 am-2:05 am

Nonstop1h 05m

Ankara Esenboga

Thu 3/20

12:55 am-2:10 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$84

IstanbulAnkara

IST - ESB

ISTESB

Istanbul

Thu 3/6

8:40 pm-11:15 am

1 stop14h 35m

Ankara Esenboga

Sun 3/9

7:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$140

IstanbulAnkara

IST - ESB

ISTESB

Istanbul

Thu 2/27

2:00 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$42

IstanbulAnkara

IST - ESB

ISTESB

Istanbul

Wed 3/19

1:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$66

IstanbulAnkara

IST - ESB

ISTESB

Istanbul

Wed 5/14

8:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$123

IstanbulAnkara

IST - ESB

ISTESB

Istanbul

Fri 5/16

3:40 pm-3:25 am

1 stop11h 45m

$248

IstanbulAnkara

IST - ESB

ISTESB

Istanbul

Tue 3/18

12:35 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$465

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/19

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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • 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.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Ankara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ankara from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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 February 20, 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 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from IST to ESB are scheduled on a Thursday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 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 February 20, 2025.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,839 reviews

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,839 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,839 reviews

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
605 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,839 reviews

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Air Serbia
6.3
Okay
194 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,839 reviews

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Ankara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ankara from Istanbul?

    Ankara Esenboga (ESB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to Ankara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Esenboga from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 38 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Ankara airport from Istanbul. It is only a 16.2 mi journey from Esenboga (ESB) to Ankara’s city center.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Ankara round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($84), offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Ankara.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Ankara one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Ankara are Turkish Airlines ($42), Air Serbia ($248), and Azerbaijan Airlines ($465).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Ankara?

    Consider LOT (95%), Royal Air Maroc (95%) or TAP AIR PORTUGAL (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Ankara.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Ankara?

    On average you can expect to pay $232 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Ankara. The cheapest flight overall is $42 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Ankara Esenboga) is currently priced at $23.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Ankara that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Ankara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Ankara?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Ankara.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Ankara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Ankara by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AjetCheapest$39Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$44Average$62FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$85Average$97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.