Flights from Ankara Airport (ESB) to Istanbul Airport Airport (IST)
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Flying between Esenboga to Istanbul Airport is very convenient as there are 12 airliners offering direct flights including Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, LOT, Asiana Airlines, Thai Airways, Tarom, TAP Air Portugal, Royal Air Maroc, JetBlue, Air New Zealand, AirSERBIA and Turkish Airlines. The flight time is approximately 1 Hour 8 Minutes.
The cost of flights varies on the time and day you fly. The cheapest flights available will generally be mid week or late in the evening, so if you are on a budget then these are the flight times you should consider. Alternatively, you could book well in advance and you flight could be up to 50% cheaper, especially with budget airliners. If it is possible, you should book your flights 2 or more months in advance as ticket prices will be substantially lower.
If you are planning a trip to Istanbul Airport from Esenboga Airport you can pre-arrange short or long term parking at Esenboga Airport.
If you chose to rent a car at Istanbul Airport and need to return it, find the nearest fuel station along your route to Istanbul Airport in order to avoid incurring additional cost when you return your vehicle.
We suggest pre-booking your transport to Esenboga Airport. The following options are available:
- Private Transfers to Esenboga Airport
- Buses to Esenboga Airport
- Taxis to Esenboga Airport
- Train Services to/near Esenboga Airport
Ensure your arrival at Istanbul Airport is as smooth as possible by pre-booking your transport - which in many cases will also save you money:
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Find hotels close to Istanbul Airport many hotels offer airport transfers directly from the airport to your hotel.
Below you will see all the airlines that fly from Esenboga (ESB) to Istanbul Airport (IST) and the number of flights they operate each day.
Flights Chart| Airliner | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | First Flight | Last Flight | Flights |
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| Turkish Airlines | 15 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 00:55 | 23:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| AirSERBIA | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 08:55 | 23:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| Air New Zealand | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 04:25 | 23:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| TAP Air Portugal | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 04:25 | 10:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| Royal Air Maroc | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 10:55 | 19:00 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| JetBlue | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 06:20 | 20:40 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| Tarom | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 14:55 | 20:40 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| Thai Airways | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 11:55 | 16:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| Singapore Airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 08:55 | 08:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| Malaysia Airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 23:05 | 23:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| LOT | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 04:25 | 11:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
| Asiana Airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11:55 | 11:55 | VIEW FLIGHTS |
Turkish Airlines offer the highest number of flights for this route with departures times between 00:55 and 23:55.
You can find the latest flight availability and prices from Turkish Airlines at thy.com. You can also book direct and get their latest discounts.
Flight times for the route are summarised in the table below. These time were correct at the time of writing, but please be aware that times may vary from time to time so please check their website for exact times and the dates you wish to fly.
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| Monday | 00:55
04:25
06:20
08:55
09:50
10:55
11:55
14:55
15:55
16:55
17:55
19:00
20:40
20:55
23:05
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| Tuesday | 00:55
04:25
06:20
08:55
09:55
10:55
11:55
12:55
14:55
15:55
16:55
17:55
20:40
20:55
23:05
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| Wednesday | 04:25
06:20
08:55
09:55
10:55
11:55
13:55
14:55
15:55
16:55
17:55
20:40
20:55
23:05
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| Thursday | 04:25
06:20
08:55
09:55
10:55
11:55
12:55
14:55
15:55
16:10
16:55
17:55
20:40
20:55
23:55
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| Friday | 04:25
06:20
08:55
09:55
10:55
11:55
13:55
14:55
15:55
16:55
17:55
19:00
20:40
20:55
23:05
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| Saturday | 00:55
02:45
04:25
06:20
08:55
09:55
10:45
11:55
14:55
15:55
16:55
17:55
20:40
20:55
23:05
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| Sunday | 00:55
04:25
06:20
08:55
09:55
10:55
11:55
13:50
14:55
15:55
16:55
17:55
20:40
20:55
23:05
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Other routes are also possible. Flying from a different airport may offer more convenient flight times, so below we have we have put a list of other routes that may well be suitable.
Alternative Direct Routes| Route | Stops | Distance | Flying Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eskisehir Anadolu University to Istanbul | 0 | 39 Minutes | |
| Kayseri to Istanbul | 0 | 1 Hour 34 Minutes | |
| Merzifon to Istanbul | 0 | 1 Hour 29 Minutes | |
| Zonguldak to Istanbul | 0 | 46 Minutes | |
| Tokat to Istanbul | 0 | 59 Minutes |
Over the past 10 years flight regulations have become very strict so we advise you to leave plenty of time to check in and get through customs.
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Flight Price FAQ - Ankara (ESB) to Istanbul (IST)
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What is the cheapest direct flight one way from Ankara ESB to Istanbul IST?
The cheapest direct flight one way from Ankara ESB to Istanbul IST is £12.79 ($16 €15.40)
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The cheapest direct return flight from Ankara ESB to Istanbul IST is £25.59 ($32 €30.79)
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Who flies from Ankara to Istanbul?
The following airlines fly from Ankara (ESB) to Istanbul (IST): Air New Zealand, AirSERBIA, Asiana Airlines, JetBlue, LOT, Malaysia Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Singapore Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, Tarom, Thai Airways, Turkish Airlines.
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How far is the flight from Ankara to Istanbul?
The flight from Ankara to Istanbul is 380KM or 236 miles.
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How long does the flight from Ankara to Istanbul to take?
The flight from Ankara to Istanbul takes 1 Hour 8 Minutes.
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