Flying from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): What you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport (ESB) leaving from here.
Ankara is seven hours ahead of Atlanta. Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Atlanta to ESB.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Atlanta to ESB. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 18 kilometers from the center of Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's on-time performance, 76.64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you have a late flight from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ESB:
Pick up an Esenboga International Airport rental car and explore Ankara and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Final Rentals and Ziraat Filo are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport to the center of Ankara is around 23 kilometers. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
At the moment, $292 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $731. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Atlanta to ESB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport (ESB). July is the most popular month to visit Ankara. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
Before locking in your Atlanta to ESB plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel 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. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Esenboga International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations are highlights which should feature on every Ankara itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Konya is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Ankara. Around 257 kilometers away to the south, check out popular attractions including Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque, Süleymaniye Cami and Ahmed-i Serif Mosque.
If you want to check out another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Kayseri, about 257 kilometers south-east of Ankara. Hunat Bath, Mescidi Aksa Mosque and Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü are the start of reasons to visit.