Flying from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport (ESB).
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Dubai to Esenboga International Airport flight.
The timezone in Ankara is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Dubai. Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara.
You can pick from 3 direct services every week between Dubai Airport (DXB) and Esenboga International Airport (ESB). This is the busiest route, with Pegasus offering a 3:05am departure from DXB to ESB.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to ESB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can find a direct flight from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport (ESB) out of Dubai Airport (DXB).
At DXB, there's a range of carriers operating direct flights from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport, including:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with flydubai between DXB and ESB.
With an impressive 83.33% of services arriving on schedule, flydubai leads the way in punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to ESB. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
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Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 56.64%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near ESB and be in snooze mode sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Dubai to Esenboga International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport to central Ankara is roughly 23 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Rs25,198 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs48,272. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Dubai to ESB, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Esenboga International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport (ESB). Visit Ankara in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Dubai to ESB flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 35ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ankara
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ankara right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Dubai to Esenboga International Airport:
The Roman Theatre and Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) are a couple of top attractions to put on your Ankara must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Ankara, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 257 kilometres south to Konya to check off its leading sights. From Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque to Süleymaniye Cami and Ahmed-i Serif Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Ankara, Kayseri is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hunat Bath, Mescidi Aksa Mosque and Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü.
