Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport is 5 hours.
Ankara's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Ankara three hours ahead of Lisbon.
Your LIS to ESB flight won't wait if you're 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.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pegasus is your gateway to exploring Ankara (and maybe even some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Pegasus on this route.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier offering LIS to ESB flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between LIS and ESB:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight is 81 €. A return plane ticket right now is 152 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from LIS to ESB, book your journey ten months ahead of your departure date.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LIS to ESB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Of the departures from Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near LIS. Whether you have an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ESB instead:
Pick up an Esenboga International Airport rental car and explore Ankara and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Final Rentals and Ziraat Filo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Esenboga International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
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.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Ankara in April.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Esenboga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIS to ESB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Ankara, a trip to Istanbul will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
Bursa is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres west of Ankara. No journey is complete without dropping by Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.