Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
2 hours 21 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Ankara is 2 hours ahead of Vienna and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Each week, there are 16 flights from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. The earliest flight from VIE to ESB is at 00:30 and the last is at 23:35.
Flying over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
SunExpress offers direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Ankara — plus maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
To see if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from VIE to ESB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport is £53. The cheapest price for a return flight is £107. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from VIE to ESB by booking 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Vienna to Vienna International Airport takes around 58 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 miles in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to VIE? If you're catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you're on a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ESB:
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
From Esenboga International Airport, Ankara is approximately 17 miles away. It takes around 36 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 4 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Ankara in April.
When reserving your flight from Vienna International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 35ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VIE to ESB in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 9ºC then.
More about Ankara
Once you've locked in your flights from VIE to ESB, you'll need to find a hotel in Ankara. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Ankara to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii).
Complete your Ankara trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Esenboga International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Ankara holiday.