Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Ankara is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Give yourself enough time to catch your AMS to ESB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Ankara (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with SunExpress. This popular carrier has direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport.
SunExpress tops the list for bookings on this route.
SunExpress is the most punctual carrier that operates AMS to ESB flights, with 66.67% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AMS and ESB:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Of all flights leaving Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
If you're coming in on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near ESB:
Go where the road takes you with a Ankara Esenboga Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and find adventure across Ankara and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Ankara Esenboga Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ankara. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AMS to ESB around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Ankara, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres west to Istanbul to tick off its leading attractions. From Hagia Sophia Museum to Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 322 kilometres west of Ankara, Bursa is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar.



