On this page, you can find and book flights from Astana to Ankara. The 3,214 km flight operates approximately once a week, providing a direct link between the capitals of Kazakhstan and Turkey.
The primary carrier on this route is VF. Please note that ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low price calendar and price chart below to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Astana → Ankara on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 8 h 40 min. Regular flights are operated by AJet. Departures from Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport airports, arrivals at Esenboga International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Astana — Ankara by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 464 in a, and the most expensive are around AED 1,416 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Astana → Ankara, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 602 | low | May | AED 770 | high | Sep | AED 722 | medium |
| Feb | AED 577 | low | Jun | AED 842 | high | Oct | AED 674 | medium |
| Mar | AED 602 | low | Jul | AED 866 | high | Nov | AED 626 | low |
| Apr | AED 674 | medium | Aug | AED 842 | high | Dec | AED 698 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest time in Ankara is typically July and August, when average temperatures reach +31°C. The coldest and wettest period falls in January, with night frosts down to -2.7°C and frequent rain or snow.
From a budget perspective, the most affordable time to fly is October, with ticket prices starting AED 461. Currently, the most expensive month to travel is April, when the minimum price rises AED 1,416.
September is the ideal choice for balancing cost and weather: the sweltering heat subsides, and flight prices remain affordable — AED 525. We recommend avoiding April if your goal is to maximize savings on airfare.
One airline, VF (Ajet), operates regular flights from Astana to Ankara. Direct service between the cities is available approximately once a week, making this carrier the key operator on the route. Detailed schedules, departure times, and routing options are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Astana — Ankara depart from Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport and arrive at Esenboga International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is about 3,214 km. The estimated travel time for a direct flight is approximately 4 hours, although the exact duration depends on weather conditions and aircraft type.
Currently, the primary carrier providing regular air service on the Astana–Ankara route is VF (Ajet).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route. The frequency is low, at approximately once a week.
A visa-free regime applies to citizens of Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation for tourist trips to Turkey for up to 30–90 days. We recommend checking current passport validity requirements before purchasing your ticket.
Flights from Astana arrive at Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), the main air gateway to the Turkish capital.
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