Flying from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Abu Dhabi one hour ahead of Ankara.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ESB to AUH flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Zayed International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between ESB and AUH include:
Istanbul Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
R 2,088 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ankara Esenboga Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,126. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ESB to AUH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Zayed International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from ESB to AUH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Zayed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
78% of flights leaving from Ankara Esenboga Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Ankara Esenboga Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ESB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Zayed International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Ankara Esenboga Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Pick up a Zayed International Airport rental car and explore Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the best deal, reserve your ride from Zayed International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices generally rise closer to your date of travel.
When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Zayed International Airport is May, while December is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Zayed International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ESB to AUH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.