What is the ICAO code for Esenboğa International Airport?

The ICAO code for Esenboğa International Airport is LTAC.

Where is Esenboğa International Airport located?

Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) is located in Ankara, Turkey.

What time zone is Esenboğa International Airport in?

The local time zone at Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) is Europe/Istanbul (GMT+3).

How many flights depart from Esenboğa International Airport?

About 132 scheduled departures were counted at Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) when flight schedules were last measured on September 4, 2026.

How early should I arrive at Esenboğa International Airport?

For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.

Which airlines fly from Esenboğa International Airport?

Based on the current departures board at Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), scheduled flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Ajet, Pegasus, SunExpress, and Uzbekistan Airways.

Where can you fly nonstop from Esenboğa International Airport?

Destinations on the current departures board at Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) include Istanbul, Izmir, Nicosia, Antalya, Duesseldorf, and Erzurum.

How can I see live flights at Esenboğa International Airport?

The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for Esenboğa International Airport (ESB). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.

ESB Esenboğa International Airport

Local time

Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) is an airport serving Ankara, Turkey.

Updated 1 h ago · 80 departures on the board

08:25
TK5
Duesseldorf(DUS)
On time
08:35
TK4178
Sanliurfa(GNY)
On time
08:40
TK559
Nicosia(ECN)
On time
08:45
TK607
Barcelona(BCN)
On time
08:45
TK4002
Antalya(AYT)
On time
08:55
TK2123
Istanbul(IST)
Gate 112
On time
09:05
PC4096
Izmir(ADB)
On time
09:20
VF4242
Mus(MSR)
On time
09:25
PC2663
Istanbul(SAW)
On time
09:30
TK4158
Erzurum(ERZ)
On time
09:55
VF3001
Istanbul(SAW)
On time
10:05
VF4248
Cizre(NKT)
On time
10:15
PC1747
Krakow(KRK)
On time
10:30
TK4028
Izmir(ADB)
On time
10:40
TK2127
Istanbul(IST)
Gate 109
On time
11:00
VF4236
Mardin(MQM)
On time
11:20
VF4042
Izmir(ADB)
On time
11:20
VF4134
Diyabakir(DIY)
On time
11:25
TK4220
Kars(KSY)
On time
11:25
VF4072
Dalaman(DLM)
On time
11:25
TK4116
Batman(BAL)
On time
11:25
TK4188
Alanya(GZP)
On time
11:30
VF4004
Antalya(AYT)
On time
11:30
PC1888
Nicosia(ECN)
On time
11:30
HY292
Tashkent(TAS)
On time
11:40
PC2665
Istanbul(SAW)
On time
11:40
TK4108
Agri(AJI)
On time
11:50
TK2135
Istanbul(IST)
Gate 103
On time
12:00
VF4210
Igdir(IGD)
On time
12:00
IA248
Kirkuk(KIK)
On time

About ESB Airport

Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) serves Ankara, Turkey’s capital, with a modern terminal complex handling both domestic and international travel; passengers can use the online flight board to check current arrivals and departures. The airport is a hub for Turkish Airlines and hosts several low-cost and regional carriers connecting Ankara to Istanbul, Antalya, İzmir, and major European and Middle Eastern cities. Facilities include immigration and baggage services, car rental, and ground transport links to the city center, making ESB a convenient gateway for business and leisure travelers.

How do I get to and from Esenboğa International Airport?

Esenboğa is served by several common airport access options. A dedicated shuttle and public buses link the airport with central Ankara; intercity coaches also call nearby. Taxis and app-based ride-hailing are readily available outside arrivals. Car rental desks operate on-site and there is parking for short- and long-term stays. Road access is by highway; allow extra time for peak traffic into and out of the city.

How do the terminals work at Esenboğa International Airport?

The airport has a single main terminal complex handling domestic and international flights; check signage for departures and arrivals zones. Check-in counters and airline desks are grouped by carrier and class; separate security and passport control areas operate for international services. Transfer passengers should follow transfer signage and airline instructions — many transfers require passing through security and, for international-to-domestic connections, passport control.

Tips for flying from Esenboğa International Airport

Arrive with sufficient time for check-in, security and passport control, especially for international departures and during holiday peaks. Keep travel documents and visas accessible; be prepared for busy periods during summer and national holidays. Use official taxi ranks or reputable ride-hailing apps, and confirm your terminal/airline before travelling. Baggage reclaim and customs procedures can take time, so allow extra connection margin for onward travel.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for Esenboğa International Airport is ESB.