Ankara to Istanbul Flights
Flights from Ankara (ESB) to Istanbul (IST) connect Turkey and Turkey. The great-circle distance is approximately 380 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 1 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include ESB and IST, SAW. The reverse route is Istanbul to Ankara. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Ankara, Turkey
- Destination
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Distance
- 380 km
- Typical duration
- about 1 hours
- Origin codes
- ESB
- Destination codes
- IST, SAW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Ankara to Istanbul
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Route overview
Ankara to Istanbul is a city-pair air route between Turkey and Turkey. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are ESB and IST. Related codes: ESB → IST, SAW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 380 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 1 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Ankara airports and metro codes: ESB.
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Istanbul to Ankara, other destinations from Ankara, and other origins into Istanbul.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Ankara to Istanbul?
Direct flights from Ankara to Istanbul typically take about 1 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Ankara to Istanbul?
The great-circle distance between Ankara and Istanbul is approximately 380 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Ankara to Istanbul?
Ankara is commonly searched with code ESB (related: ESB). Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW).
Are there direct flights from Ankara to Istanbul?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Istanbul to Ankara?
The reverse city pair is Istanbul to Ankara. Distance is the same great-circle measure (380 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Ankara to Istanbul route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Ankara) with Turkey (Istanbul).