Flying from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport (ESB). Explore your options for taking off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Vancouver.
Your flight from Vancouver to ESB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to ESB flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Flights that leave from YXX reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options 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.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport flight.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Ankara. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Currently, $949 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,807. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to ESB. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport (ESB). July is when most people visit Ankara. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to ESB flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ankara
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Esenboga International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ankara:
The Roman Theatre and Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Ankara itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south of Ankara, a trip to Konya will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque, Süleymaniye Cami and Ahmed-i Serif Mosque.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Ankara, Kayseri is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Hunat Bath, Mescidi Aksa Mosque and Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü.