Flying from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Seattle. Check out your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when planning your flight from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport (ESB).
Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Seattle.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to ESB, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to ESB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
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Dublin Airport (DUB)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Seattle to ESB flight? Unwind in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ESB:
Travel at your own speed with an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and experience more of Ankara and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Seattle to Esenboga International Airport flight.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Ankara. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport is 271 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 617 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to ESB if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap Seattle to Esenboga International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport (ESB). Visit Ankara in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Seattle to ESB plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ankara to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Ankara
After booking your flight from Seattle to Esenboga International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ankara:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations are must-do's during your Ankara adventure.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Ankara, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 257 kilometres south to Konya to tick off its leading attractions. From Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque to Süleymaniye Cami and Ahmed-i Serif Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kayseri is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Ankara. No journey is complete without visiting Hunat Bath, Mescidi Aksa Mosque and Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü.
