How to get from İzmir to Ankara
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 1h 10m, from €30.
We compared the ways to travel from İzmir to Ankara. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 10m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 518 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €18, on Thu, Aug 20.
This fare comes from a search on August 20, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
İzmir to Ankara: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1İzmir Adnan Menderes → Ankara Esenboğa Airportflight
Pegasus Airlines·1h 10m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
İzmir to Ankara prices by travel date
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2 ways from İzmir to Ankara: flight, bus
How the trip from İzmir to Ankara works
Start with a Pegasus Airlines flight from İzmir to Ankara, about 1h 10m. In total it's roughly €30 over 1h 10m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Ankara
DepartureİzmirWho runs İzmir to Ankara
Pegasus Airlinesİzmir Adnan Menderes-Ankara Esenboğa AirportSee live options and dates →
Kamil KoçBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
İzmir to Ankara: common questions
How long does it take to get from İzmir to Ankara?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 10m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Ankara from İzmir?+−
About 518 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does İzmir to Ankara cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €30. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from İzmir to Ankara?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 10m.
How long is the flight from İzmir to Ankara?+−
About 1h 10m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for İzmir and Ankara?+−
İzmir is ADB and Ankara is ESB, so this route is usually written ADB to ESB.
Which operators run İzmir to Ankara?+−
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from İzmir to Ankara without flying?+−
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 8h 09m.
What is the cheapest way to get from İzmir to Ankara?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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