Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Ankara and Istanbul are in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from ESB to SAW start from 00:45 — the first with Pegasus. The last service of the day is at 23:10 with AJet. Overall, you can take your pick of 87 weekly Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ESB to SAW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Pegasus is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Pegasus on this route.
With a dependable 81.65% of services arriving on schedule, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier operating ESB to SAW flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ESB and SAW:
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Antalya Airport
Milas-Bodrum Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Rs5,441 is the lowest price for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs11,371. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ESB to SAW, reserve your trip five months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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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 stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Ankara to Esenboga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ESB:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider booking a hotel near SAW if you're on a late Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and find adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Driving there takes about 55 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ESB to SAW sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.