Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Ankara is two hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAA to ESB flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Esenboga International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MAA and ESB include:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Rs81,137 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs226,427. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to ESB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Esenboga International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAA to ESB.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that depart Chennai Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Esenboga International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Consider booking a hotel near ESB if you're catching a late Chennai Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and explore beyond Ankara's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Esenboga International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
From Esenboga International Airport, Ankara is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Esenboga International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Ankara based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Esenboga International Airport for August if you want to explore Ankara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to ESB in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres west of Ankara, a visit to Istanbul will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Bursa, about 322 kilometres west of Ankara. Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge are among its highlights.
