Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Ankara's timezone is UTC+3, making Ankara four hours behind Phuket.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HKT to ESB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. These are the top stopovers between HKT and ESB:
Frankfurt Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Right now, ر.ق. 934 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 2,964. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HKT to ESB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Phuket International Airport to Esenboga International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
65.93% of flights that leave from Phuket International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Phuket International Airport from central Phuket, it takes about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to HKT? If you're boarding an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you're coming in on a late Phuket International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ESB:
Hit the road running by picking up an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo to explore Ankara and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Esenboga International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
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 to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Ankara. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Phuket International Airport to Esenboga International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKT to ESB in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Ankara, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres west to Istanbul to tick off its leading attractions. From Topkapi Palace to The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 322 kilometres west of Ankara, Bursa is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.
