Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ankara. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
The minimum one-way ticket price from Istanbul to Ankara is $21 (June 2026), while the maximum is $90 (March 2027). On average, a ticket costs $39–$47.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Istanbul to Ankara, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
Almost every airline on the Istanbul — Ankara route flies daily, with just one exception: Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly every day. Valuair flies every day except Saturday.
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The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul to Ankara departs on 06/13/2026, is operated by Valuair and costs $22
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Istanbul to Ankara departs on 06/05/2026, is operated by Valuair and costs $46
Fastest flight from Istanbul to Ankara takes 1 hour
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Istanbul and Ankara is 361km (224 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 4m. There are 240 direct flights from Istanbul to Ankara. Istanbul and Ankara are in the same time zone. Flights from Istanbul begin at 5:25 AM. The latest flight from Istanbul departs at 2:00 AM
Ticket prices for Istanbul — Ankara follow a predictable curve: rise, peak, and decline. This typical seasonal pattern lets you plan your purchase to avoid overpaying.
Prices rise from December 2026 to April 2027 (+190%), then decline from August 2026 to December 2026 (35%). The cheapest tickets are in June 2026–July 2026 (averaging $30), while the priciest are in March 2027–April 2027 ($89).
For savings, plan your flight for June 2026–July 2026 — you could save up to 66%. Try to avoid March 2027–April 2027 when possible: prices are at their highest then.
Price spread on this route is 47.7%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.
The route Istanbul — Ankara is served by several airlines: Valuair, Pegasus Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. This gives passengers more freedom in choosing flights. You can consider not only the price but also schedules, baggage policies, and onboard service. Our service compares all offers so you can find tickets from $22 and choose the most convenient option. Thanks to airline competition, you may also find promotional fares or special offers, helping you save even more. Plan your trip in advance and choose the best flights without overpaying.
Istanbul — Ankara
06/13/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3020
starting at $22
Istanbul — Ankara
06/07/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3020
starting at $22
Istanbul — Ankara
06/08/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3004
starting at $22
Istanbul — Ankara
06/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3002
starting at $22
Istanbul — Ankara
06/11/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3020
starting at $22
Istanbul — Ankara
06/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3020
starting at $25
Istanbul — Ankara
06/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3002
starting at $26
Istanbul — Ankara
06/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3020
starting at $26
Istanbul — Ankara
06/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3020
starting at $26
Istanbul — Ankara
06/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3004
starting at $26
Valuair
Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $31
Turkish Airlines
Every day
starting at $97
Pegasus Airlines
Every day
starting at $67
The cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to Ankara according to data for the last 48 hours costs $22
Often the best time to buy tickets from Istanbul to Ankara is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Istanbul to Ankara can be found flying in these months: June, December, November.
The fastest flights from Istanbul to Ankara start from 1 hour in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Istanbul — Ankara: Valuair