Direct (nonstop) flights from Skopje to Ankara

1 airline flys nonstop from Skopje (SKP) to Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB). It's 606 miles (976 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by AJet.

SKP
Skopje
🇲🇰 Skopje, North Macedonia
ESB
Ankara Esenboğa Airport
🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkiye
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
606 mi
976 km
CO₂/pax
112 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AJet
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AJet VF AJet
Route
SKP → ESB
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
606 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Skopje to Ankara with one stop · direct emits 112 kg CO₂ per passenger

SKP SAW (Istanbul) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 25m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (201 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKP → SAW
1h 25m · 405 mi
View SKP to SAW flights →
Leg 2
SAW → ESB
1h 5m · 201 mi
View SAW to ESB flights →
SKP ADB (Izmir) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 20m (386 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (337 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKP → ADB
1h 20m · 386 mi
View SKP to ADB flights →
Leg 2
ADB → ESB
1h 15m · 337 mi
View ADB to ESB flights →
SKP IST (Istanbul) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 35m (372 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (237 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKP → IST
1h 35m · 372 mi
View SKP to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → ESB
1h 10m · 237 mi
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SKP BJV (Bodrum) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 40m (458 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (349 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKP → BJV
1h 40m · 458 mi
View SKP to BJV flights →
Leg 2
BJV → ESB
1h 15m · 349 mi
View BJV to ESB flights →
SKP AYT (Antalya) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 45m (601 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (251 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 182 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKP → AYT
1h 45m · 601 mi
View SKP to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → ESB
1h 15m · 251 mi
View AYT to ESB flights →

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ESB → SKP: Flights from Ankara to Skopje

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Skopje to Ankara?

A nonstop flight from Skopje (SKP) to Ankara (ESB) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 606 miles (976 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Skopje to Ankara?

Just AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Skopje to Ankara?

Yes. 1 airline: AJet.

How far is Skopje from Ankara?

The flight distance from Skopje to Ankara is 606 miles (976 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What is the time difference between Skopje and Ankara?

Ankara is 1 hour ahead of Skopje. (Europe/Skopje vs Europe/Istanbul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Skopje to Ankara?

At 1h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from North Macedonia to Turkiye?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Turkiye embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Skopje to Ankara?

Roughly 112 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 560 km.

Is the return flight from Ankara to Skopje also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Skopje to Ankara?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Skopje for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.