Flying from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Ankara Esenboga Airport is located in Ankara. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is six hours ahead of Ankara.
Leave plenty of time to get on your ESB to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from ESB to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
ESB is about 23 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near ESB? If you've booked an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving Ankara Esenboga Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Tokyo
344 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tokyo flight. A return plane ticket starts from 723 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ESB to Tokyo if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tokyo ticket.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tokyo. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks before your flight from ESB to Tokyo can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is located around 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near NRT. Unwind and get cosy after your ESB to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
December is the quietest month for flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tokyo, while March is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ESB to Tokyo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tokyo:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are a couple of top attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are highlights.