Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Riga International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between RIX and ESB include:
Vienna International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from RIX to ESB, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Esenboga International Airport is P9,833. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P20,953. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RIX to ESB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Riga International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
The journey from central Riga to Riga International Airport takes around 49 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a handy hotel near RIX? If you're on an early flight from Riga International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Consider booking a hotel near ESB if you're catching a late flight from Riga International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport to central Ankara is around 36 minutes in a car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 4 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ankara. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Riga International Airport to Esenboga International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with temperatures ranging from 14 ºC to 35 ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to ESB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6 ºC and 9 ºC on average.
More about Ankara
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Ankara right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from RIX to ESB:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii), Genclik Park and Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii) are attractions you won't want to skip in Ankara.
Complete your Ankara trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Esenboga International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Ankara.