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How much do flights to Ankara cost?

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£106

Nonstop flights in April

£61 – £84

Most popular airline

Turkish Airlines

Getting from Ankara airport to the city center

Fastest options: Belko Air shuttle bus and taxi. Best value: Havaş coach and EGO public bus.

Ankara is served by Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), located 28 km northeast of the city center. A variety of airport transfers to city center destinations are available, including shuttle buses, public buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 30 to 50 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your final destination within the city.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

40-55 min

₺130-₺150 (approximately $4–5 USD)

every 30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers to Kızılay

35-50 min

₺120-₺140 (approximately $3.50–4 USD)

every 30 min (traffic dependent)

direct to AŞTİ bus terminal

45-70 min

₺25-₺35 (approximately $0.75–1 USD; AnkaraKart required)

every 20–40 min (traffic dependent)

cheapest option

30-50 min

₺800-₺1,200 (approximately $23–35 USD; metered fare)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

30-50 min

₺750-₺1,100 (approximately $22–32 USD; varies with demand)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based booking

30-45 min

₺1,200-₺2,000 (approximately $35–58 USD; pre-booked fixed rate)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

30-50 min

₺1,500-₺3,500 (approximately $44–100 USD per day)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and onward travel

Notes:

  • Prices in TRY; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • AnkaraKart is required for EGO public buses and can be purchased at the airport or metro stations.
  • Taxi fares are metered; ensure the meter is running at the start of your journey.
  • Traffic congestion can significantly affect journey times, especially during rush hours.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Ankara

Depart from
Tehran Imam Khomeini International
Arrive to
Esenboğa International
Average flights per week
326
Flight distance
1678 km

Check-in for a flight from Tehran to Ankara

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo
PegasusPGTPCNo
EmiratesUAEEKNo
Azerbaijan AirlinesAHYJ2Yes
Fly DubaiFDBFZYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Ankara

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January5°C-2°C
February7°C0°C
March11°C1°C
April17°C5°C
May22°C10°C
June26°C14°C
July31°C17°C
August31°C17°C
September26°C14°C
October19°C8°C
November13°C3°C
December7°C0°C
Hottest Month
31°C
August
Coldest month
-2°C
January
Sunny days
293
days per year
Snow days
10
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
19 Apr
87%
12°C4°C
26 Apr
17°C2°C
Monday
20 Apr
13°C0°C
27 Apr
18°C6°C
Tuesday
21 Apr
17°C4°C
28 Apr
15°C7°C
Wednesday
22 Apr
85%
18°C7°C
29 Apr
16°C5°C
Thursday
23 Apr
85%
10°C6°C
30 Apr
80%
17°C6°C
Friday
24 Apr
80%
9°C7°C
1 May
89%
10°C7°C
Saturday
25 Apr
87%
12°C5°C
2 May
89%
7°C5°C
The distance between Tehran and Ankara is 1678 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Emirates, Azerbaijan Airlines, and Fly Dubai. Tehran and Ankara have 326 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Tehran to Ankara?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Tehran and Ankara takes around 2.8 hours.
What is the flight distance between Tehran and Ankara?
The flight distance between Tehran and Ankara is 1678 km.
What are the most popular routes to and from Tehran?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Tehran and London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Belfast, Helsinki, Vienna, Istanbul, Dubai, Paris, Newcastle upon Tyne, Glasgow, Milan, Berlin, Rome, Yerevan, Sydney, Hamburg, Copenhagen, Antalya.
What are the most popular routes to and from Ankara?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Ankara and London, Manchester, Birmingham, Istanbul, Edinburgh, Belfast, Bristol, Newcastle upon Tyne, Baku, Antalya, Düsseldorf, Warsaw, İzmir, Vienna, Berlin, Northern Cyprus, Dubai, Brussels, Munich, Kraków.
Which airports are there in Tehran?
Tehran is mainly served by Tehran Imam Khomeini International. But there are other airports nearby, including Mehrabad International.
What airports are near Ankara?
The main airport in Ankara is Esenboğa International. It is also served by Nevşehir Kapadokya, Konya, Anadolu, Amasya Merzifon, Caycuma, Kastamonu.
Which airlines fly between Tehran and Ankara?
Currently, you can fly between Tehran and Ankara with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Emirates, Azerbaijan Airlines, Fly Dubai.
When’s the best time to travel between Tehran and Ankara?
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What flights operate between Tehran and Ankara?
Traveling between Tehran and Ankara, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
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