Flying from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Mardin Airport (MQM): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Mardin Airport.
Flights from ESB to MQM start from 11:30 — the earliest with AJet. The last departure is at 11:50 with AJet. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Ankara Esenboga Airport to Mardin Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ESB to MQM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, you'll want 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.
AJet is your gateway to exploring Mardin (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Mardin Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with AJet on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Mardin Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between ESB and MQM:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Izmir Airport
Handy information about Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
78% of flights departing from Ankara Esenboga Airport land at their destination on time.
Ankara Esenboga Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ESB? If you're catching an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Mardin Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mardin Airport (MQM)
Consider checking in to ANEMON Mardin Otel after touching down from your Ankara Esenboga Airport to Mardin Airport flight. It's a short drive from MQM and a good option if you'd like to catch some z's soon after landing.
Pick up a Mardin Airport rental car and discover Mardin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rent Go, Sixt and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Mardin Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Mardin Airport (MQM)
The quietest month for a flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Mardin Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Mardin based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Mardin Airport for July if you'd like to explore Mardin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ESB to MQM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Mardin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres west of Mardin, a visit to Adana will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Kapikaya Canyon, Ethnography Museum and Adana Muze Kompleksi.
Gaziantep is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 306 kilometres west of Mardin. No trip is complete without seeing Gaziantep Castle, Zeugma Mosaic Museum and Archeological Museum.


