Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
The timezone in Ankara is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Sofia.
Your SOF to ESB flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SOF and ESB:
Antalya Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Currently, $113 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $216. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SOF to ESB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sofia Airport to Esenboga International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SOF to ESB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Sofia Airport to Esenboga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SOF:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Consider booking a hotel near ESB if you're catching a late Sofia Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and discover more of Ankara and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Esenboga International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Ankara. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Esenboga International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Ankara based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Esenboga International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Ankara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOF to ESB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Ankara, a visit to Istanbul will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
Around 322 kilometres west of Ankara, Bursa is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.
