Search Flights from Ankara to Kirkuk

The capital’s only airport Esenboğa Airport is accessible by Belko Air municipal buses, EGO buses, taxi, and personal vehicle from central locations in Ankara like Kızılay, AŞTİ, Gar, Sıhhiye and Ulus.

You can also rent a car at Esenboğa Airport, which is located 28 km from the city center. 

Belko Air

Belko Air provides comfortable transportation between the airport and central locations in the city, like Kızılay, Sıhhiye, Ulus, AŞTİ, Gar and Pursaklar. You can use the 45 passenger buses 442/A and 442/K by getting on at the stops opposite the exits on the domestic arrivals floor and international arrivals floor.

Buses are equipped with internet, feature hostess services and take off every 30 minutes from 5 am till 12am and every hour from 12 am to 5 am. Taking a Belko Air bus to get to the city is an affordable option.  

EGO Buses

The Esenboğa Airport is accessible by bus line 442-3, which passes through AKM, Ankara Arena and Güvenpark. The 491 bus line provides transportation between the airport and Ulus and Sihhiye but it only operates 3 times a day during the week.

Taxi

Taking a taxi within the city is generally affordable since the distances are usually close to each other. But taking a taxi to the airport is a more expensive alternative because it is located 28 km away. You can try to negotiate with the taxi driver for a lower fee.

Personal Car

The Esenboğa Airport has two parking lots. There is a multi-story parking lot, which allows for short-term and long-term parking, and an outdoor parking lot, which only allows for short-term parking.

Airport Information

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 departure 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. 

Kirkuk is a small city situated in the Kurdistan Region in the north of Iraq. Kirkuk Airport is no longer provides transportation because of the political problems in Kirkuk. Those who want to visit the city can fly to Sulaymaniyah International Airport, which is located in the city of Sulaymaniyah, and then reach Kirkuk by choosing from a few transportation options.

Transportation from Sulaymaniyah Airport to Kirkuk

It takes about one and a half hours from Sulaymaniyah Airport to Kirkuk. Neither public transportation nor car rental option is provided to reach Kirkuk city center because of the political turmoil in the city.

Taxi

You may have difficulty finding a taxi at the airport. If you prefer the taxi-share alternative with other passengers, you can find a taxi in a shorter time. Especially if you agree with the passengers who are going to Erbil, you can ask them to drop you off in Kirkuk.

Direct taxi transportation to Kirkuk may not be an affordable option. However, long-distance taxi services, at the least, are provided at more affordable rates compared to the standard tariff. If you prefer taxi transportation, it will be a safer journey for you.