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Find cheap airlines flights from Ankara to Istanbul

Choose from 3 carriers that fly from Ankara to Istanbul, including Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet. Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with AJet.
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Cheap flight deals from Ankara to Istanbul

Non stop flight deals! Book direct flights from Ankara to Istanbul: One way flights from AED 75, round trip flights from AED 118. Cheapest next 3 months.

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Flight Info | Ankara to Istanbul

The distance between Ankara and Istanbul is about 353.05 km. It takes around 1 hour 18 minutes on average to fly from Ankara to Istanbul. The most popular month to Istanbul is June. The off-season for travel is March.

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 75
Cheapest return ticket price AED 118
Off-season for travel March
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 353.05 km
Average flight time 1 hour 18 minutes
Popular airline Turkish Airlines

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ankara to Istanbul?

The cheapest time for Ankara to Istanbul flights: Jul 13 to Jul 20 — one way flight prices from AED 73.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Ankara (ANK) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Ankara to Istanbul based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Ankara (ANK) to Istanbul (IST) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 376.

  • How long does it take to fly from Ankara (ANK) to Istanbul (IST)?

    It takes about 1 hour 18 minutes to fly from Ankara (ANK) to Istanbul (IST).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Ankara (ANK) to Istanbul (IST)?

    Airlines with flights from Ankara (ANK) to Istanbul (IST): Turkish Airlines, AJet, Air Serbia, Royal Air Maroc, Tarom, Air New Zealand and Malaysia Airlines.

  • How many airports are there in Istanbul (IST)?

    There are 3 airport(s) near Istanbul (IST): Ataturk Airport, Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

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