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Cheap flights from Ankara to Istanbul from $52

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Turkish Airlines Logo
1:50 am - 3:05 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
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3:00 pm - 4:15 pmIST-ESB
1h 15mnonstop
$98Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 23
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10:40 am - 12:05 pmESB-IST
1h 25mnonstop
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4:00 pm - 5:15 pmIST-ESB
1h 15mnonstop
$104Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 8:20 pmESB-IST
1h 20mnonstop
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2:00 am - 3:10 amIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$112Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 22
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10:40 am - 12:05 pmESB-IST
1h 25mnonstop
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2:00 am - 3:10 amIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$118Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 18
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1:50 am - 3:05 amESB-IST
1h 15mnonstop
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2:00 am - 3:10 amIST-ESB
1h 10mnonstop
$130Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Sat, Sep 6
Pegasus Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 8:50 pmESB-IST
13h 45m1 stop
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9:20 pm - 9:55 amIST-ESB
12h 35m1 stop
$197Pegasus Airlines
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Tue, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 23
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11:25 am - 8:50 pmESB-IST
9h 25m1 stop
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9:25 pm - 1:55 amIST-ESB
4h 30m1 stop
$207Pegasus Airlines
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Wed, Aug 27 - Fri, Aug 29
Pegasus Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 8:50 pmESB-IST
9h 25m1 stop
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9:25 pm - 11:15 amIST-ESB
13h 50m1 stop
$208Pegasus Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
Pegasus Airlines Logo
10:55 pm - 7:55 amESB-IST
9h 00m1 stop
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9:25 pm - 1:55 amIST-ESB
4h 30m1 stop
$211Pegasus Airlines
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Fri, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 29
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12:20 am - 9:00 amESB-IST
8h 40m1 stop
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5:40 pm - 10:20 pmIST-ESB
4h 40m1 stop
$239
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Sun, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 8

Turkish Airlines flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Ankara to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Aug 18
ESB1:50 amAnkara Esenboga
1h 15m
IST3:05 amIstanbul
Aug 23
IST3:00 pmIstanbul
1h 15m
ESB4:15 pmAnkara Esenboga
$98
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Turkish Airlines
Aug 9
ESB1:50 amAnkara Esenboga
1h 15m
IST3:05 amIstanbul
Aug 13
IST2:00 amIstanbul
1h 10m
ESB3:10 amAnkara Esenboga
$103
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Turkish Airlines
Aug 7
ESB1:50 amAnkara Esenboga
1h 15m
IST3:05 amIstanbul
Aug 11
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
1h 10m
ESB3:10 pmAnkara Esenboga
$104
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Pegasus Airlines flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport

Our best Pegasus Airlines deals on Ankara to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Pegasus Airlines
Aug 11
ESB11:30 pmAnkara Esenboga
8h 25m
1 stop
IST7:55 amIstanbul
Aug 18
IST9:25 pmIstanbul
12h 40m
1 stop
ESB10:05 amAnkara Esenboga
$182
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Pegasus Airlines
Aug 19
ESB7:05 amAnkara Esenboga
13h 45m
1 stop
IST8:50 pmIstanbul
Aug 23
IST9:20 pmIstanbul
12h 35m
1 stop
ESB9:55 amAnkara Esenboga
$197
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Pegasus Airlines
Aug 27
ESB11:25 amAnkara Esenboga
9h 25m
1 stop
IST8:50 pmIstanbul
Aug 29
IST9:25 pmIstanbul
4h 30m
1 stop
ESB1:55 amAnkara Esenboga
$207
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 5, 2025.
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AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Mon 8/18

1:50 am-3:05 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 8/23

3:00 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$98

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Fri 8/15

10:40 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

4:00 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$104

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Tue 8/19

7:00 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 8/22

2:00 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$112

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Fri 8/15

10:40 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 8/18

2:00 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$118

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Thu 8/28

1:50 am-3:05 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 9/6

2:00 am-3:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$130

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Tue 8/19

7:05 am-8:50 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 8/23

9:20 pm-9:55 am

1 stop12h 35m

$197

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Wed 8/27

11:25 am-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 8/29

9:25 pm-1:55 am

1 stop4h 30m

$207

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Wed 9/3

11:25 am-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 9/10

9:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop13h 50m

$208

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Fri 8/15

10:55 pm-7:55 am

1 stop9h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 8/29

9:25 pm-1:55 am

1 stop4h 30m

$211

AnkaraIstanbul

ESB - IST

ESBIST

Ankara Esenboga

Sun 8/31

12:20 am-9:00 am

1 stop8h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 9/8

5:40 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$239

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Ankara to Istanbul Airport

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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 September to fly from Ankara, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $50.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $844. 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 $998.

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

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Ankara to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $525. Flying to Istanbul Airport at noon 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 $789.

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 August 2025, prices for Ankara to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Ankara to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Ankara to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Ankara to Istanbul Airport (ESB to IST) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$52

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat
The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Ankara in the past 72 hours is $52. The best round-trip flight deal from Ankara to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $98.
The fastest flight from Ankara to Istanbul Airport takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Ankara to Istanbul Airport on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 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 10m 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?

  • 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?

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Best airlines flying from Ankara to Istanbul Airport

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom $32Free CancellationRating
6.7
637 reviews
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AjetPriceFrom $40Free CancellationRating
6.1
13 reviews
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