How much is a taxi in Ankara? Fares & Calculator
Ankara taxis run on the city meter, updated in March 2026 to ₺65 to start and ₺40 per kilometre, with a ₺200 minimum. There is no night tariff, so the rate is the same 24 hours a day, and the per-kilometre figure is among the lower ones for a big Turkish city.
Quick answer
Ankara taxis start at ₺65 plus ₺40/km, with a ₺200 minimum. A 35 km trip (esenboga airport (esb) → kizilay) runs about €27.5 (₺1,465).
Tariff data updated: 2026-06-29
Estimate your Ankara taxi fare
Estimated metered fare · 35 km
≈ €27.5
₺1,465 on the meter
Estimate uses Ankara's official taxi tariff (opening ₺65 + ₺40/km, minimum ₺200). Tolls and traffic can change the final meter amount.
Common Ankara taxi trips
| Trip | Distance | Est. fare | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esenboga Airport (ESB) → Kizilay | 35 km | €27.5 (₺1,465) |
Esenboğa Airport (ESB) is about 28 km north of the centre, so a metered taxi to Kızılay or the ministries district runs into four figures, mostly because of the distance rather than a high tariff. The airport shuttle buses are a cheap, frequent alternative into town, which is handy given Ankara is more of a business and government city than a tourist one.
Taxi vs other ways into town
| Option | Duration | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metered taxi | 30–45 min | ~₺1,200–1,500 to Kızılay | Distance, not tariff, is what costs |
| Airport shuttle bus | 40–55 min | ~₺150–250 | Frequent; to the centre |
| Private transfer | 30–45 min | fixed, from ~€25 | Door to door, meets you at arrivals |
Avoid the common taxi scams
- Check the meter is on before you set off. Ankara is a business city and the airport run is mostly straightforward.
- For the airport, the shuttle buses into the centre are cheap and frequent if you would rather not pay for the taxi distance.
- Pay by card or app where you can. Most city taxis take cards, but a little cash is a sensible backup.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi in Ankara?
Since March 2026 the meter starts at ₺65 and adds ₺40 per kilometre, with a ₺200 minimum. The per-kilometre rate is fairly low for a big city; the airport run costs more because of the distance.
Is there a night tariff for taxis in Ankara?
No. Ankara uses a single 24-hour rate, confirmed for 2026. There is no separate night surcharge, despite what some older guides claim.
How much is a taxi from Esenboğa Airport to the centre?
Esenboğa (ESB) is about 28 km from Kızılay, so a metered taxi is roughly ₺1,200–1,500. The airport shuttle buses into the centre are a much cheaper alternative.
Do Ankara taxis take credit cards?
Most do, but carry a little cash as a backup. Paying by app also avoids any meter disputes.