Traveling from Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB): What you need to know
Ankara is nine hours ahead of Chicago. Ankara Esenboga Airport is located in Ankara, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to ESB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Chicago to ESB with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and ESB include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Traveling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the center of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive without delays. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
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Getting from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
The center of Ankara is roughly 23 kilometers from Ankara Esenboga Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport is $354. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $846. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to ESB. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Ankara based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Chicago to ESB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ankara
Start your Ankara trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Ankara Esenboga Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Ankara when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at The Roman Theatre followed by Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Konya is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Ankara. Around 257 kilometers away to the south, well-known attractions include Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque, Süleymaniye Cami and Mevlana Whirling Dervishes.
Kayseri is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 257 kilometers southeast of Ankara. No journey is complete without visiting Mount Erciyes, Hunat Bath and Kayseri Castle.