Popular Airport | Ankara Esenboğa Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 1 hour 20 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 1091 Km |
You can take a taxi to get to Urmia Airport. There are also public transport buses departing from the city center. Because the airport route is very simple, you can rent a car without fear if it fits your budget. The hotels in the city do not offer airport shuttle services but can send a private car or taxi if requested.
There are a sufficient number of car rental companies in the city center, but you are recommended to agree with a reliable one. You need to drive straight ahead on the northbound highway number 11 in order to get to the airport. You can reach Urmia Airport in about 20 minutes.
You can reach the airport in 30-40 minutes by public bus that departs from the city center and goes to Urmia Airport.
It takes about 20 minutes to go to the airport by taxi. Make sure you agree with the taxi driver about your destination and taxi fare in advance.
The airport is located 13 km north of Urmia city center and regular flights are held, especially to Tehran, every day. Urmia Airport, which is a small airport, has exchange office, cash dispenser and a cafeteria. If you wish, you can buy ‘baklava’ gift box at the airport.
You can get to Ankara’s central locations like Kızılay, AŞTİ, Gar, Sıhhiye and Ulus from the capital’s only airport Esenboğa Airport using Belko Air municipal buses, EGO buses, taxi, and personal vehicle.
You can also rent a car at Esenboğa Airport, which is located 28 km from the city center.
A service of the Ankara Metropolitan Municipality, these buses provide transportation between the airport and central locations in the city, like Kızılay, Sıhhiye, and Ulus. The 442/A and 442/K lines operate between 6 am and 12 am in both directions. These 45-passenger buses feature hostess services.
The 442-3 bus line takes off at the terminal exits. While the line is infrequent it does provide transportation to AKM, Ankara Arena, Güvenpark, Ulus, and Sihhiye.
Within the city taking a taxi is generally affordable but since the airport is located 28 km from the city center, getting to the city by taxi is a more expensive alternative.
Located in the domestic terminal at the Esenboğa Airport are 11 car rental agencies, including Sixt, Avis, Budget, Central and Hertz. You can rent a car to get to the city center; there are car rental agencies located in the city center as well. The city is easy to navigate by car when its not rush hour.
The Esenboğa Airport is frequently used by government staff and therefore features many amenities. Those awaiting their flight in the domestic terminal can get a quick bite to eat or some coffee at Caffe Nero, Ankar Café, Bus Gate, or Bufe Ic Hat. If you prefer local Anatolian flavors head to Tadinda Anadolu. Bomonti Brasserie is ideal for those interested in international cuisine. This terminal also has fast food restaurants like Burger King.
If you’re traveling internationally, the departures and arrival terminals have many cafes, kiosks, and bars. You can also enjoy some tax-free shopping at Duty Free after you go through passport control. Both terminals have souvenir shops and kiosks that sell general items.