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Private transfers from Esenboğa Airport
Esenboğa Airport (ESB) sits about 28 km north-northeast of Ankara city center and served over 13.9 million passengers in 2025 (10.3 million domestic, 3.6 million international). The airport has 2 main terminals within an integrated domestic/international building, plus a 469 sqm general aviation terminal for private aircraft.
- Distance to Center
- 28 km
- Typical transfer
- 36–96 min
About Esenboğa Airport
Esenboğa Airport (ESB) is about 28 km from Ankara city center, with an integrated domestic/international terminal building; private transfer to Kızılay or Çankaya takes 25-35 minutes.
Private transfer or taxi to central districts like Kızılay or Çankaya typically takes 25-35 minutes. A 36 km, 12-station automated metro line, scheduled to begin construction in 2026, will connect the airport directly to the High-Speed Train station.
Last verified: 30 July 2026
- Number of terminals
- 2 main + general aviation terminal
- 2025 passenger count
- 13.9 million
- Distance to city center
- ~28 km, 25-35 min
- Future connection
- Metro line to HSR station (construction starts 2026)
- Number of CIP lounges
- 4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I meet my driver at Esenboğa Airport?
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