Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Kuwait and Ankara are in the same timezone, UTC+3.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your KWI to ESB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KWI and ESB:
Queen Alia International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
RM240 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM598. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from KWI to ESB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
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Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from KWI land at their destination as scheduled 81.62% of the time.
Kuwait International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Kuwait. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Esenboga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to KWI:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kuwait International Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ESB instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and experience more of Ankara and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride 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 roughly 27 kilometres from central Ankara. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Esenboga International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ankara. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Esenboga International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Ankara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KWI to ESB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Ankara. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
Around 322 kilometres west of Ankara, Bursa is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.