Travelling from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Trabzon Airport (TZX): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Trabzon Airport.
Ankara and Trabzon are in the same timezone, UTC+3.
Every week, there are 23 Ankara Esenboga Airport to Trabzon Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 00:05 AJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:50 with AJet.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ESB to TZX flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Trabzon (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with AJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Trabzon Airport.
AJet has the highest passenger demand on this route.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Trabzon Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ESB and TZX:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Antalya Airport
Handy information about Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
Of the departures from Ankara Esenboga Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Ankara Esenboga Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Trabzon Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to ESB:
Arriving at Trabzon Airport (TZX)
Reserve a hotel close to TZX if you have a late Ankara Esenboga Airport to Trabzon Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Trabzon Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avec car rentals, Carwiz or Wish Car Rental and experience more of Trabzon and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Trabzon Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Trabzon Airport (TZX)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Trabzon Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Trabzon. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Trabzon is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Trabzon Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ESB to TZX in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Trabzon, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 483 kilometres south-west to Gaziantep to check off its leading attractions. From Gaziantep Castle to Zeugma Mosaic Museum and Archeological Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Diyarbakir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 338 kilometres south of Trabzon. No trip is complete without a visit to Historic Walls of Diyarbakir, Diyarbakır Walls and Hamam.
