Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Rize's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Ankara.
You can choose from 14 weekly Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with AJet is the earliest flight available. AJet operates the latest service of the day at 19:35.
To ensure you get on your ESB to RZV flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Rize (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with AJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport.
AJet is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between ESB and RZV:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport flight is Rs7,243. A return ticket is currently Rs14,265. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from ESB to RZV, reserve your trip five months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ESB to RZV.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Esenboga International Airport, data shows 78.41% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Ankara to Esenboga International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ESB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV)
If you're arriving on a late Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near RZV:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Rize-Artvin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avec car rentals, Wheego or WindyCar to explore Rize and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Rize-Artvin Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) to central Rize
Rize-Artvin Airport to the centre of Rize has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV)
August is the most popular month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Rize in February.
When booking your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Rize-Artvin Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rize, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ESB to RZV sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Rize, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres south to Diyarbakir to tick off its must-visit sights. From St. Giragos Armenian Church to Deliller Hani and Behrampasa Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Sanliurfa is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 451 kilometres south of Rize. No trip is complete without a visit to Gobekli Tepe Site/Gobekli Tepe, Balikligol and Rizvaniye Mosque.