Flying from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): What you need to know
Phoenix's main base, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport (ESB).
Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Phoenix.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Phoenix 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.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Travelling from central Phoenix to SCF takes about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is one of the main options between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and ESB.
PHX is about 8 kms (5 miles) from central Phoenix. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Phoenix to ESB flight, stay in one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82.57% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Heading to AZA from the centre of Phoenix? The airport is located around 56 kms (35 miles) away, and getting there takes about 40 minutes by car.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights departing from AZA arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 78.65% of the time.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ESB:
Grab an Esenboga International Airport rental car and explore Ankara and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Final Rentals and Ziraat Filo are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport flight.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport to central Ankara is around 14 miles. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport is £347. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £790. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to ESB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport (ESB). July is the busiest month to visit Ankara. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Phoenix to ESB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Ankara
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Esenboga International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ankara:
Your visit to Ankara won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include The Roman Theatre, 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 taken in the sights of Ankara. Around 257 kms (160 miles) away to the south, check out popular attractions including Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque, Süleymaniye Cami and Ahmed-i Serif Mosque.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) south-east of Ankara, Kayseri is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Hunat Bath, Mescidi Aksa Mosque and Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü.
