Travelling from Rome to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Esenboga International Airport (ESB). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the two main airports in Rome.
Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Rome.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Rome to ESB. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Rome to ESB. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
FCO is roughly 32 kilometres from central Rome. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Esenboga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Esenboga International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and ESB include:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 1 hour and 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 42 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to ESB, take it easy in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Consider booking a hotel close to ESB if you have a late flight from Rome to Esenboga International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
From Esenboga International Airport, Ankara is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 36 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 4 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Book a one-way ticket from Rome to Esenboga International Airport from ₹ 7,617 or travel return from just ₹ 19,762. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Rome to ESB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Rome to Esenboga International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can quickly pick a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Rome to Esenboga International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Ankara, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before booking a flight from Rome to ESB, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 35ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 9ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rome to Esenboga International Airport.
More about Ankara
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Esenboga International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ankara:
Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Ankara itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii).
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