Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Riyadh and Ankara share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Your RUH to ESB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between RUH and ESB:
Istanbul Airport
Jeddah Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
P7,863 is the lowest price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight. A return flight starts at P17,225. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to ESB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Riyadh Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from RUH to ESB is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riyadh Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
85% of flights leaving Riyadh Airport reach their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of RUH.
To get to Riyadh Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport, have a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short ride from RUH.
Arriving at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
If you have a late Riyadh Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ESB:
Grab a Ankara Esenboga Airport rental car and discover Ankara and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Final Rentals and Ziraat Filo are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ankara Esenboga Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Ankara Esenboga Airport is roughly 29 kilometers from central Ankara. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ankara. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Riyadh Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to ESB in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've seen Ankara. Around 354 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include Hagia Sophia Museum, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Bursa, roughly 322 kilometers west of Ankara. Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar are key reasons to visit.