Istanbul to Ankara Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara (ESB) 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 IST, SAW and ESB. The reverse route is Ankara to Istanbul. 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
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Ankara, Turkey
- Distance
- 380 km
- Typical duration
- about 1 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- ESB
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to Ankara
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Route overview
Istanbul to Ankara is a city-pair air route between Turkey and Turkey. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and ESB. Related codes: IST, SAW → ESB.
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
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Ankara airports and metro codes: ESB.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Ankara to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into Ankara.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Ankara?
Direct flights from Istanbul to Ankara typically take about 1 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to Ankara?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and Ankara is approximately 380 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to Ankara?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). Ankara is commonly searched with code ESB (related: ESB).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Ankara?
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 Ankara to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is Ankara to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (380 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to Ankara route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with Turkey (Ankara).