Flying from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB): What you need to know
Ankara is eight hours ahead of Ottawa. Ankara Esenboga Airport is located in Ankara, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Your flight from Ottawa to ESB won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 14 kilometers from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58% arrive on time at their destination.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
Reserve a hotel close to ESB if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Ankara Esenboga Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and explore beyond Ankara's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight.
Getting from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
The center of Ankara is about 23 kilometers from Ankara Esenboga Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
Right now, $374 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $971. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Ottawa to ESB, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
October is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB). Visit Ankara in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Ottawa to ESB plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Ankara
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ankara right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Ankara Esenboga Airport:
The Roman Theatre and Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) are just two of the major attractions to add to your Ankara travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Konya is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Ankara. Around 257 kilometers away to the south, popular attractions include Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque, Süleymaniye Cami and Mevlana Whirling Dervishes.
Kayseri is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 257 kilometers southeast of Ankara. No trip is complete without dropping by Mount Erciyes, Hunat Bath and Mescidi Aksa Mosque.
