Cheap flights from Ankara to Tel Aviv
A journey between two capital cities connected by air requires careful planning when no direct service exists. Travelers departing from Ankara Esenboga airport must factor in connection time since every option routes through intermediate hubs like Istanbul or Dubai.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Azerbaijan AirlinesJ2 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 23 Dec 2026 | from $188 | Search 23 Dec 2026 |
 Turkish AirlinesTK | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 10 Nov 2026 | from $688 | Search 10 Nov 2026 |
 Fly DubaiFZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 15 Nov 2026 | from $800 | Search 15 Nov 2026 |
 Sun ExpressXQ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 8 Nov 2026 | from $3,863 | Search 8 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 2 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: December — from $188.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $533 | 18 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $188 | 23 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $216 | 15 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $214 | 12 Feb 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $471 | 30 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $471 | 1 Jul 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Ankara | Esenboga ESB | 33 km |
| Tel Aviv Yafo | Ben Gurion International TLV | 13 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
December brings milder weather and longer daylight hours to Israel while offering the lowest fares on this route. Book several weeks ahead as prices climb during school holidays and regional events. Midweek departures typically cost less than weekend travel when demand drops slightly.
Airlines and what to expect
Turkish Airlines operates as a full-service carrier providing meals and baggage allowance on connecting flights through Istanbul. Sun Express and Fly Dubai function as low-cost alternatives where additional fees apply for extra services beyond basic transport. Azerbaijan Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways also route through their respective hubs with varying fare structures.
Arriving — Tel Aviv Yafo
Ben Gurion International airport sits approximately thirty kilometers from central Tel Aviv with frequent train connections running directly to the city center. Taxis and bus routes provide additional options for reaching your destination after landing.
Before you go: Israel
- Currency
- ILS (₪)
- Power sockets
- Type C, D, H · 230 V
- Language
- Hebrew
- Emergency number
- 100, 101, 102
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +972
- Internet domain
- .il
- Population of Tel Aviv Yafo
- 1.1 M (2024)
- Time zone
- UTC+02 (Asia/Jerusalem)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify baggage allowances on low-cost carriers before confirming your ticket
- Confirm which departure airport Ankara uses since some travelers may access multiple terminals
- Review visa requirements specific to Israel entry regulations
- Consider seasonal price variations between peak and off-peak travel periods
- Ensure connection times allow sufficient transfer duration when booking separate tickets
Frequently asked questions
Ankara – Tel Aviv Yafo: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for December 2026 — $188. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Ankara – Tel Aviv Yafo: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Azerbaijan Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Fly Dubai, Sun Express.
Ankara – Tel Aviv Yafo: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Ankara to Tel Aviv Yafo?
The distance is about 896 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 33 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Ankara – Tel Aviv Yafo?
Ankara: Esenboga (ESB). Tel Aviv Yafo: Ben Gurion International (TLV).
What is the time difference between Ankara and Tel Aviv Yafo?
Tel Aviv Yafo is 1 h behind Ankara.