Travelling from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport.
Erbil and Ankara are in the UTC+3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
There are four Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flights every week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your EBL to ESB flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Flying into Ankara (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with AJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is AJet.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering EBL to ESB flights. A reliable 83.78% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between EBL and ESB include:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
Right now, $140 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $279. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from EBL to ESB by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EBL to ESB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport.
Handy information about Erbil Airport (EBL)
80% of flights leaving Erbil Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of EBL.
Erbil Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Erbil. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near EBL? If you've booked an early flight from Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
Reserve a hotel close to ESB if you're catching a late Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Ankara Esenboga Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and discover more of Ankara and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ankara Esenboga Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Ankara Esenboga Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from central Ankara. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
The quietest month for a flight from Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Ankara based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Erbil Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from EBL to ESB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Ankara, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres west to Istanbul to tick off its must-visit sights. From Hagia Sophia Museum to Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Bursa is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres west of Ankara. No journey is complete without visiting Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar.
