Travelling from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Podgorica Airport (TGD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Podgorica is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Ankara.
Your ESB to TGD flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Pegasus Airlines has direct flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Podgorica — and maybe even more of Montenegro if you have time.
Pegasus Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 75.0% of its services arriving as planned, Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ESB to TGD flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport. These are the top stopovers between ESB and TGD:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Izmir Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
54 € is currently the best price for a one-way Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport flight. Return flights start from 122 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ESB to TGD.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ESB to TGD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport.
Handy information about Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
78% of flights taking off from Ankara Esenboga Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Ankara to Ankara Esenboga Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ESB? If you're catching an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Podgorica Airport (TGD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TGD instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Podgorica Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Surprice and experience more of Podgorica and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Podgorica Airport about two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
The quietest month for a flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Podgorica based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Podgorica is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Podgorica Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ESB to TGD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Montenegro
Podgorica is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Montenegro you should also see. Around 48 kilometres north-west of Podgorica, a trip to Nikšić will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Trebjesa, Bedem Fortress and Heritage Museum at King Nikola Palace.
Herceg Novi is another sought-after destination in Montenegro and is around 56 kilometres west of Podgorica. No journey is complete without visiting Promenade of Herceg Novi, Viewpoint of Herceg Novi and Forte Mare.

