Turkish Airlines flights from Ankara to Istanbul
Weather by month: Ankara and Istanbul
| Month | Ankara | Istanbul |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C · 23 mm | 8°C · 86 mm |
| February | 0°C · 19 mm | 4°C · 87 mm |
| March | 11°C · 8 mm | 11°C · 37 mm |
| April | 10°C · 78 mm | 11°C · 50 mm |
| May | 17°C · 41 mm | 18°C · 60 mm |
| June | 22°C · 16 mm | 23°C · 2 mm |
| July | 27°C · 0 mm | 27°C · 0 mm |
| August | 26°C · 3 mm | 25°C · 5 mm |
| September | 20°C · 23 mm | 21°C · 29 mm |
| October | 13°C · 50 mm | 16°C · 142 mm |
| November | 9°C · 16 mm | 15°C · 47 mm |
| December | 4°C · 44 mm | 9°C · 86 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About Turkish Airlines flights from Ankara to Istanbul
Turkish Airlines operates flights from Ankara's Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Istanbul, serving two major hubs: Istanbul New Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). The 349-kilometre route typically takes 66 minutes and connections are common. This short hop links Turkey's capital with its largest city, serving business travellers, tourists, and domestic connections.
Lowest fares appear in October. Cabin baggage is limited to 8 kg and dimensions of 55×40×23 cm; checked baggage is not included in economy fares (23 kg, 1 piece available for purchase). Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before flight time.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Esenboga International Airport (ESB) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) |
| Flight time | 1 h 6 min (estimated) |
| Distance | 349 km |
Turkish Airlines cabin bag: 1 piece, 8 kg (18 lb), 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in). Checked bag in Economy: not included in the basic fare.
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 8 kg (18 lb) | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in) |
| Personal item | included | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (16 × 12 × 6 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | paid option |
| Checked baggage - Business | 1 piece · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 100 USD | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 5 USD | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
Turkish Airlines online check-in opens 24 h before departure and closes 1 h 30 min before departure. Online check-in is free.
| Online check-in opens | 24 h before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 1 h 30 min before departure |
| Airport counters close | 45 min before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.