Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
The timezone in Ankara is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Vienna.
Every week, there are 16 Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, take the 02:20 SunExpress flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:55 with AJet.
To ensure you catch your VIE to ESB flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. When you're ready to start your Ankara adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Türkiye (Turkey):
Pegasus is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Pegasus leads the way as the most punctual carrier for VIE to ESB flights, with 89.29% of services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight is $93. A round-trip ticket right now is $184. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from VIE to ESB, reserve your journey ten months before your departure date.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
78.59% of flights that leave from Vienna International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Vienna to Vienna International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to VIE:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ESB instead:
Pick up an Esenboga International Airport rental car and discover Ankara and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Final Rentals and Ziraat Filo are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Esenboga International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
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.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ankara. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Ankara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from VIE to ESB around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Ankara, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres west to Istanbul to tick off its leading sights. From Topkapi Palace to The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Bursa, about 322 kilometres west of Ankara. Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge are among the biggest draws.
