Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
The timezone in Ankara is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your KUL to ESB flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between KUL and ESB:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight is R 4,724. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 9,609. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KUL to ESB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KUL to ESB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of about 4 hours 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you're arriving on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ESB:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want 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.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Esenboga International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
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.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Esenboga International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Ankara based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Esenboga International Airport for August if you want to visit Ankara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KUL to ESB sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Ankara. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
Bursa is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres west of Ankara. No trip is complete without a visit to Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.