Flying from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is 11 hours behind Ankara, where Ankara Esenboga Airport is located. Los Angeles runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
To avoid missing your ESB to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from ESB to Los Angeles. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
ESB is about 23 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to ESB? If you're catching an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
78% of flights that depart Ankara Esenboga Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Los Angeles
RM2,108 is currently the best price for a one-way Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles flight. Return plane tickets start from RM3,411. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ESB to Los Angeles. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across the month and bag an incredible deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ESB to Los Angeles by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
Look into staying at a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from ESB to Los Angeles can help you lock in the lowest rate.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is about 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near VNY. Unwind and get cosy after your ESB to Los Angeles flight at any of these well-located options:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from VNY ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month for a trip to Los Angeles. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ESB to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Los Angeles, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are top attractions which should be on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres southeast to San Diego to tick off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
