Flying from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Tehran. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport (ESB) out of here.
Take a direct Tehran to Esenboga International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Ankara is 30 minutes behind Tehran. Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB). You can pick from 6 direct services each week. Pegasus operates a 3:35am departure between IKA and ESB.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Tehran to ESB.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
You can take a direct flight from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport (ESB) out of Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
Popular airlines that have direct flights from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport leaving from IKA include:
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Mahan Air between IKA and ESB.
Mahan Air is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
IKA is about 56 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
If you're catching an early flight from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another handy accommodation option near Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Of the flights that depart from Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% land on time at their destination.
About Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you have a late flight from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ESB:
Travel at your own speed with an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and experience more of Ankara and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Tehran to Esenboga International Airport flight.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport to the centre of Ankara is about 23 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Right now, $97 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $191. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tehran to ESB.
November is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Tehran to Esenboga International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Ankara. July is when most people book flights from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport (ESB), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Tehran to ESB flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 9ºC.
More about Ankara
After booking your flight from Tehran to Esenboga International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ankara:
The Roman Theatre and Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) are just two of the top attractions to put on your Ankara itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Konya is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ankara. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque, Süleymaniye Cami and Ahmed-i Serif Mosque.
Kayseri is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Ankara. No trip is complete without visiting Hunat Bath, Mescidi Aksa Mosque and Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü.
