IstanbultoAnkaraFlight Time
IST–ESB · Nonstop
Istanbul (Istanbul Airport) to Ankara (Ankara Esenboga Airport).
The estimated flight time from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara (ESB) is about 1h 4m, covering 236 miles. Turkish Airlines flies the route nonstop with 14-15/day departures, from 02:00 to 23:55 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 4m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 236 mi | Nonstop | 14-15/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Istanbul to Ankara
Turkish Airlines operates 14-15/day flights from IST to ESB.
- First departure
- 02:00
- Last departure
- 23:55
- Cadence
- ~hourly
- Scheduled departure times
- 20
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 14-15/day | Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Boeing 737 | 02:00 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
ESB to IST flights — 14-15/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for IST, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 100 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Ankara?
The estimated flight time from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara (ESB) is about 1h 4m, based on the 236-mile flying distance.
How far is Istanbul from Ankara?
Istanbul (IST) to Ankara (ESB) is about 236 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Istanbul to Ankara?
Yes. Turkish Airlines flies nonstop from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara (ESB), with 14-15/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Ankara?
Turkish Airlines flies nonstop from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara (ESB).
What aircraft fly from Istanbul to Ankara?
The IST–ESB route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Boeing 737.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near Istanbul
- SAW - IstanbulSabiha Gokcen International Airport · 39 mi from ISTFlights from SAW