On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Kars to Ankara. The distance between these cities is 873 km, and flight frequency reaches approximately 5 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by VF. Please note that ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and the price dynamics chart to choose the best offer. You can also check how to get to the departure airport and how to get from the airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Kars → Ankara on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 45 min. Regular flights are operated by AJet. Departures from Kars 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 Kars — Ankara by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 194 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 1,970 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.
Kars → Ankara, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 577 | low | May | AED 650 | medium | Sep | AED 674 | medium |
| Feb | AED 553 | low | Jun | AED 746 | high | Oct | AED 626 | medium |
| Mar | AED 602 | medium | Jul | AED 794 | high | Nov | AED 577 | low |
| Apr | AED 577 | low | Aug | AED 577 | low | Dec | AED 722 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Ankara is characterized by distinct seasonality: August is the hottest month, with average temperatures reaching up to 31°C, while January is the coldest and wettest month, with temperatures dropping to -2.7°C.
From a budget perspective, the most affordable flights are available in July, starting AED 188. Prices peak in April, when tickets can cost AED 1,970. In September and October, prices stabilize at around AED 204 and AED 194 respectively.
The ideal time for a trip is considered to be September, which offers comfortable warmth and minimal rainfall alongside moderate flight costs. It is best to avoid April due to a sharp increase in airfares.
Regular air service on this route is provided by VF, which operates approximately 5 flights per week. The carrier offers direct flights connecting the east of the country with the capital at times convenient for passengers. Detailed information about the schedule and available route options can be found in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Kars — Ankara depart from Kars 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 average travel time on a direct flight for a distance of 873 km is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The primary carrier on this route is VF.
Yes, there are scheduled direct flights on this route, allowing you to reach the capital without any transfers.
Ticket prices are dynamic. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Russian citizens do not need a visa to travel to Turkey if the stay does not exceed 60 days.
Flights from Kars arrive at Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB).
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