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.
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.
All airlines serving Istanbul — Ankara operate daily direct flights: Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and Valuair fly every day.
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The route Istanbul — Ankara is served by several airlines: Valuair, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus 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 $28 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
12/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3000
starting at $28
Istanbul — Ankara
10/13/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3004
starting at $29
Istanbul — Ankara
11/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
TK3000
starting at $29
Istanbul — Ankara
09/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
PC2678
starting at $30
Istanbul — Ankara
12/15/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VF3000
starting at $31
Istanbul — Ankara
10/20/2026
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Direct flight
VF3020
starting at $31
Istanbul — Ankara
11/03/2026
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Direct flight
VF3010
starting at $31
Istanbul — Ankara
09/17/2026
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Direct flight
VF3020
starting at $31
Istanbul — Ankara
10/01/2026
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Direct flight
PC2664
starting at $31
Istanbul — Ankara
10/21/2026
Departure
Direct flight
PC2678
starting at $31
Turkish Airlines
Every day
starting at $87
Pegasus Airlines
Every day
starting at $44
Valuair
Every day
starting at $58
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Istanbul to Ankara
The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul to Ankara departs on 12/10/2026, is operated by Valuair and costs $28
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Istanbul to Ankara departs on 09/12/2026, is operated by Valuair and costs $50
Fastest flight from Istanbul to Ankara takes 1 hour
There are direct flights on this route 3 days a week: Tu, We, and Th
The distance between Istanbul and Ankara is 349km (216 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 3m. There are 247 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
The cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to Ankara according to data for the last 48 hours costs $28
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: November, October, December.
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, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines
The minimum one-way ticket price from Istanbul to Ankara is $27 (November 2026), while the maximum is $101 (August 2027). On average, a ticket costs $32–$40.
Prices on the Istanbul — Ankara route are consistently going up. From September 2026 to August 2027, tickets went from $30 to $101 — a 241% increase. This trend is worth considering when planning your trip.
The most significant price increase was from November 2026 to August 2027 — up 278%. The best time to fly is October 2026–November 2026, when the average price is $27. In June 2027–August 2027, tickets cost around $74.
Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in October 2026–November 2026 can save you up to 63% compared to the most expensive months.
Price variation across months on this route is 52.4%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.