Direct flights from Istanbul to Ankara (IST → ESB)

Distance 380 km (236 mi)
Est. duration 27m
IST
Istanbul
Istanbul Airport, Turkiye
ESB
Ankara
Ankara Esenboğa Airport, Turkiye
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Frequently asked questions

How far is the flight from Istanbul to Ankara? The flight distance from IST to ESB is approximately 380 km (236 miles).
How long is the flight from IST to ESB? The estimated flight time from Istanbul to Ankara is approximately 27m.
What airlines fly from IST to ESB? Airlines operating direct flights from Istanbul to Ankara include: TK.

Cheapest fares Istanbul → Ankara

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Try a nearby airport to Istanbul

Flights to Ankara (ESB) from other airports within 350 km of Istanbul. Often unlocks cheaper fares or better times.

SAW → ESB 62 km from IST Istanbul → Ankara Turkiye · 155 destinations BOJ → ESB 177 km from IST Burgas → Ankara Bulgaria · 54 destinations VAR → ESB 232 km from IST Varna → Ankara Bulgaria · 42 destinations EDO → ESB 240 km from IST Edremit → Ankara Turkiye · 8 destinations MJT → ESB 305 km from IST Mytilene → Ankara Greece · 14 destinations

Or try a nearby airport to Ankara

Flights from Istanbul (IST) to other airports within 350 km of Ankara.

IST → KYA 240 km from ESB Istanbul → Konya Turkiye · 8 destinations IST → ASR 262 km from ESB Istanbul → Kayseri Turkiye · 25 destinations IST → SAW 324 km from ESB Istanbul → Istanbul Turkiye · 155 destinations IST → SZF 326 km from ESB Istanbul → Samsun Turkiye · 13 destinations

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