What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Ankara according to our data. Ajet is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Ankara to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Ankara and Istanbul Airport is 289 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Ankara to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 41 flights per day flying from Ankara to Istanbul Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00AM, with 42% of flights taking off at noon.

What is the most punctual flight time for Ankara to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Ankara to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Ankara to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 5% of flights between Ankara and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Prices for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport is 3 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $57 to $74. The lowest price recently found on this route was $71.

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10:40 am - 12:00 pm

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$71Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Feb 1

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$72Turkish Airlines

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$73Turkish Airlines

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$74Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 24

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$79Turkish Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 1

2:55 pm - 4:15 pm

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$84Turkish Airlines

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Jan 16

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Dec 25

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1h 20m

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IST10:00 amIstanbul

1h 10m

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Jan 8

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Jan 5

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8h 45m

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IST11:45 pmIstanbul

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Dec 25

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6h 05m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Ankara and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Ankara to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $44. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until February to fly from Ankara, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $53.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $829. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Ankara because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $956.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Ankara to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $573. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $628.

What is the cheapest Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Ankara to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Ankara to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Ankara in the past 72 hours is $127. The best round-trip flight deal from Ankara to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $726.

The fastest flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport takes 1h 05m

Direct flights go from Ankara to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Turkish Airlines.

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How far is Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul by plane?
The distance between Ankara Esenboga and Istanbul is about 235.0 mi. Typically, this will take 1h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport is 3 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Istanbul Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Ankara to Istanbul Airport is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 27.75% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 21.53%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 11.96%, and Boeing 737-800 at 9.57%.
What is the most popular airline from Ankara to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Ankara to Istanbul Airport is Ajet (42% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Pegasus Airlines (37%) and Turkish Airlines (22%).

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Pegasus Airlines	PriceFrom $34	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 637 reviews	Search Pegasus Airlines flights
Ajet	PriceFrom $44	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 19 reviews	Search Ajet flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $75	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,105 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

Turkish Airlines Flights From Ankara to Istanbul Airport
Turkish Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Ankara to Istanbul Airport, operating 65 flights/week on average for this route. A good Turkish Airlines flight deal for Ankara to Istanbul Airport starts from $75 round-trip, up to an average price of $106. Our users have rated Turkish Airlines at 7.3/10.

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How have Ankara to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Ankara to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Ankara Esenboga to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

How often are flights from Ankara to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 5% of flights between Ankara and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Ankara to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Ankara to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Ankara to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 41 flights per day flying from Ankara to Istanbul Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00AM, with 42% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Ankara to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Ankara and Istanbul Airport is 289 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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