Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Ankara's timezone is UTC+3, making Ankara three hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your LGW to ESB flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and ESB:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Antalya Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
83 € is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Return flights start from 160 €. These prices can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to ESB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Esenboga International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LGW to ESB.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Esenboga International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you're coming in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ESB:
Travel at your own pace with an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and experience more of Ankara and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Esenboga International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport to the centre of Ankara has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Esenboga International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Ankara in April.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Esenboga International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to ESB in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres west of Ankara, a trip to Istanbul will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
Around 322 kilometres west of Ankara, Bursa is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.