Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
The timezone in Ankara is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru.
Your BLR to ESB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BLR and ESB:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
At the moment, ر.ق. 935 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 2,102. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BLR to ESB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BLR to ESB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kempegowda International Airport, 71.17% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Kempegowda International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Esenboga International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to BLR:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kempegowda International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ESB instead:
Follow your own route with an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and discover more of Ankara and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Esenboga International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
From Esenboga International Airport, Ankara is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Ankara in April.
Book your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Esenboga International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Ankara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLR to ESB in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Ankara, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres west to Istanbul to tick off its top attractions. From Topkapi Palace to The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 322 kilometres west of Ankara, Bursa is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.
