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Connecting route · Turkiye → Bulgaria

Flights from Ankara to Varna

There are no direct flights from Ankara to Varna. The easiest way is one stop via Istanbul or Antalya, about 3h 17m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 3h 17m
ESBVARIST

Ankara to Varna at a glance

Fastest journey3h 17mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Istanbul or Antalya

Best ways to fly from Ankara to Varna

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
ANK Istanbul (IST) VAR
Leg 1: Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~3h 17m
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2
ANK Antalya (AYT) VAR
Leg 1: Pegasus Airlines · Leg 2: Corendon Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~4h 56m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
550 km342 miles
Journey time
3h 17mestimate
Time difference
-1hVarna vs Ankara
Currency in Varna
USD
Airports
ESB → VAR

Flights from Ankara to Varna: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Ankara to Varna?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Istanbul and Antalya. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Ankara to Varna?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 3h 17m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 550 km.
Where do you change planes between Ankara and Varna?
The best connecting points are Istanbul (IST) and Antalya (AYT). Turkish Airlines flies both legs via Istanbul, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Ankara and Varna?
Ankara: Esenboğa International Airport (ESB). Varna: Varna Airport (VAR).
What is the time difference between Ankara and Varna?
Varna is 1 hour behind Ankara.

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