Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Ankara is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Dublin.
Leave enough time to catch your DUB to ESB flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Ankara (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Pegasus. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Pegasus on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DUB and ESB include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Brussels Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
At the moment, $169 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $320. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DUB to ESB, book your trip six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DUB to ESB.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
72.87% of flights departing from Dublin Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Dublin to Dublin Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near DUB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you're getting in on a late Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near ESB:
Pick up an Esenboga International Airport rental car and discover Ankara and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Final Rentals and Ziraat Filo are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Esenboga International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Ankara in April.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Dublin Airport to Esenboga International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from DUB to ESB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Ankara. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
Bursa is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres west of Ankara. No journey is complete without visiting Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.