Flying from Malatya Airport (MLX) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Ankara's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Malatya.
Every week, there are ten Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport flights. If you want to get going early, opt for the 05:40 AJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 17:55 with AJet.
To ensure you get on your MLX to ESB flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
AJet has direct flights from Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Ankara — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with AJet on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MLX and ESB include:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malatya Airport (MLX) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
$63 is currently the best price for a one-way Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $126. These fares may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from MLX to ESB, reserve your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Handy information about Malatya Airport (MLX)
78.5% of flights taking off from Malatya Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Malatya Airport from central Malatya, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Book a hotel close to ESB if you have a late Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo to explore Ankara and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Esenboga International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Ankara. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ankara. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Malatya Airport to Esenboga International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLX to ESB in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Ankara. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
If you're looking to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Bursa, about 322 kilometres west of Ankara. Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge are the start of reasons to visit.