Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is seven hours behind Ankara.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your ESB to Ottawa flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Ankara, ESB can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Ottawa? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to ESB:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Esenboga International Airport, 78.41% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Ottawa
$1,935 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $3,297. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ESB to Ottawa if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
Arriving on a late flight from Esenboga International Airport to Ottawa? Collect your luggage and head directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Drive into your next adventure with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that most tourists miss.
Increase your chances of snagging the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from ESB to Ottawa is a good move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near YOW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your ESB to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW can land you a better rate.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before you book your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before booking an Esenboga International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ESB to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Ottawa must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Montreal is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
