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Ankara.$183 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.
Ankara.$185 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $185, select.
Ankara.$186 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $186, select.
Ankara.$341 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.
Ankara.$353 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $353, select.
Ankara.$434 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun, returning Fri, 27 Jun.Return flight with AJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $434, select.
Ankara.$562 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $562, select.

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Tehran to Ankara: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$183
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineMahan Air
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Imam Khomeini International to Ankara Esenboga: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Imam Khomeini International to Ankara Esenboga is $183. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Imam Khomeini International to Ankara Esenboga.
Mahan Air, Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Imam Khomeini International to Ankara Esenboga.
As of June 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Imam Khomeini International to Ankara Esenboga.
The cheapest month to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Ankara Esenboga is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport on Friday, 8 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 47 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ankara Esenboga but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ankara is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ankara Esenboga.

Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Ankara is UTC+3, which is 30 minutes behind Tehran.

  • Every week, there are ten Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, go for the 03:30 Pegasus flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 15:10 with Sepehran Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your IKA to ESB flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • A range of airlines offer direct flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, so jetting to Ankara (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • Most travellers choose to travel with Sepehran Airlines on this route.

  • Mahan Air stands out as the most punctual carrier for IKA to ESB flights, with 80.0% of services landing on schedule.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IKA and ESB:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Heydar Aliyev International Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

  • Currently, $92 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $183. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from IKA to ESB, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from IKA to ESB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.

Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Tehran to Imam Khomeini International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • If you're catching an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra sleep) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another convenient accommodation option near IKA.

Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara

  • From Esenboga International Airport, Ankara is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ankara. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Esenboga International Airport for August if you want to explore Ankara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from IKA to ESB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres west of Ankara, a visit to Istanbul will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.

  • Bursa is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres west of Ankara. No journey is complete without seeing Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.

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