Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Dubai: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 26 minutes.
Dubai is 1 hour ahead of Ankara, where Esenboga International Airport is located. Dubai operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
With 5 flights a week between the two airports, Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Flydubai operates the earliest flight at 00:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from ESB to DXB is with AJet at 23:50.
To ensure you catch your flight from ESB to Dubai, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Direct flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll arrive.
Take to the skies with flydubai. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from ESB to Dubai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
If you have a passport from Türkiye (Turkey), you will need an e-visa to visit United Arab Emirates. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
The journey from central Ankara to ESB takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 36 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel near ESB? If you're boarding an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Dubai
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai is 75 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 165 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from ESB to Dubai, reserve your trip 8 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you're catching a late flight from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is about 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). As soon as your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 45 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from ESB to Dubai at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Dubai, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ESB to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are leading attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
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