Flying from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Izmir Airport (ADB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Izmir's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Ankara.
Flights from ESB to ADB start from 00:05 — the earliest with AJet. The last departure is at 23:55 with AJet. Overall, you can choose from 50 weekly Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport flights.
Your ESB to ADB flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Izmir (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with AJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is AJet.
With a dependable 83.66% of services arriving as planned, Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier for ESB to ADB flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ESB and ADB:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Izmir Airport (ADB)
At the moment, $51 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $101. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from ESB to ADB by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
When it comes to Ankara Esenboga Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Ankara Esenboga Airport from central Ankara, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ESB:
Arriving at Izmir Airport (ADB)
Consider booking a hotel close to ADB if you have a late Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Izmir Airport rental car and explore Izmir and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Essence and Goldcar are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Izmir Airport around one week ahead.
When to fly to Izmir Airport (ADB)
The quietest month for a flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Izmir based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Izmir Airport for July if you'd like to visit Izmir during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 38ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ESB to ADB in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 15ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Izmir, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 322 kilometres north-east to Istanbul to tick off its top attractions. From Hagia Sophia Museum to Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bursa is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Izmir. No journey is complete without experiencing Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar.