Ankara to İstanbul Flights

Ankara - Istanbul runs all-day service to both Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen. For business trips, booking the return together with the outbound is usually cheaper than leaving it flexible.

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Ankara - İstanbul Flight Facts

Flight time (non-stop)about 1 hour 5 minutes
Approx. distance350 km
Departure airportsEsenboğa Airport
Arrival airportsIstanbul Airport, Sabiha Gökçen Airport

Airport Transport Guide

Esenboğa Airport (ESB)

About 30 km from Kızılay

  • Havaş and BelkoAir buses: regular service from AŞTİ bus terminal and Kızılay
  • EGO public buses: budget option from the city centre
  • Taxi/car: about 35-45 minutes from Kızılay

Istanbul Airport (IST)

About 40 km from the city centre (Taksim)

  • M11 metro line: direct connection between Gayrettepe and Istanbul Airport
  • Havaist airport buses: 24/7 service from Taksim, Kadıköy, Beşiktaş and more
  • IETT public buses: budget option from many districts
  • Taxi/car: roughly 45-60 minutes from Taksim depending on traffic

Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)

About 35 km from Kadıköy

  • M4 metro line: direct Kadıköy – Sabiha Gökçen; connect to Marmaray for the European side
  • Havabüs shuttle: regular airport buses from Taksim and Kadıköy
  • Taxi/car: roughly 40-50 minutes from Kadıköy depending on traffic

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Ankara - İstanbul flight?

Non-stop flights between Ankara and İstanbul take about 1 hour 5 minutes. Connecting itineraries take longer depending on the stop.

How far is Ankara from İstanbul?

The flight distance is roughly 350 kilometres.

Which airports do Ankara - İstanbul flights use?

Departure: Esenboğa Airport. Arrival: Istanbul Airport, Sabiha Gökçen Airport.

How do I find the cheapest Ankara - İstanbul ticket?

Fares vary by date and demand; weekdays and early booking are usually cheaper. Flexing your dates by a few days can make a real difference.

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