Taxis at Ankara Airport
As your plane touches down in Ankara, the capital of Turkey, the beauty of the city begins to unfold beneath you. Delve into this new experience with a relaxed vibe and start your journey effortlessly by taking an Ankara Airport taxi service to your destination.
Taxi services from Ankara airport (ESB) are available around the clock making them the fastest and easiest option for traveling to the city center in under 45 minutes, to Kızılcahamam in less than 90 minutes, and to Bolu in under 180 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
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HOW MUCH DOES A TAXI COST FROM ANKARA AIRPORT?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANKARA AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER (KıZıLAY) | 7 € | 7 € | 45 MIN |
| ANKARA AIRPORT TO KıZıLCAHAMAM | 17 € | 17 € | 90 MIN |
| ANKARA AIRPORT TO BOLU | 50 € | 50 € | 180 MIN |
Ankara Airport taxi prices
Taxis from Ankara Airport use taximeters to determine fares, which are calculated based on the distance traveled and current traffic conditions. During the day, the base fare is around €0.50 (TRY 15), and the price per km is around €0.20 (TRY 6).
A taxi from the airport to the city center (Kızılay) costs around €7 (TRY 200), while a trip to Kızılcahamam costs between €17 and €20 (TRY 500 to 600). If you’re planning to travel further, to Bolu, which is about 200 km away, the fare will cost around €50 (TRY 1,400).
To get a direct service and avoid dealing with limited public transport options, especially during late hours, pre-book your Airport Taxi with Welcome Pickups and secure a direct door-to-door ride.
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Where to get a taxi at Ankara Airport?
Official taxis are typically yellow and you will find them at the taxi ranks outside both the Arrivals and Departures terminal of Ankara Airport. Ankara Airport’s official taxi partner is Esenboga Taxi. You can either approach the company desks in the Arrivals Hall and request a ride or head to the taxi ranks outside and wait in the queue.
To avoid queues and long waiting times, pre-book your Ankara Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups from €44 and find your English-speaking driver waiting for you upon your arrival. Treat yourself and your fellow travelers with a personalized meet-and-greet service and direct transfer to your hotel, so you can spend less time traveling and more time enjoying your trip.
Useful tips for getting a taxi from Ankara Airport
- The official Ankara Airport taxi rates are based on a taximeter, with the basic fare being around €0.50 (15 TRY) and the price per km being around €0.20 (6 TRY).
- Before your journey starts, you should always make sure that that taximeter has been reset to the starting fare.
- Avoid accepting rides from unlicensed drivers to prevent overcharging and to ensure your safety.
- Tipping your Ankara Airport taxi driver is not expected, but you can always round up the fare if you appreciate the service.
- Always ask for the receipt in case you need to file a complaint or claim a lost item.
- It is uncommon for a taxi in Ankara Airport to accept credit or debit card payments, so you need to have enough cash in the local currency (TRY) to pay for the ride unless you pre-book online.
- If you think you have been scammed or overcharged, write down the taxi driver’s name, ID number and the number of your taxi to file a complaint with the taxi company afterwards.
Pre-book a taxi from Ankara Airport to your hotel
Traveling with family or a larger group of people and need a direct ride to your hotel once you land at Ankara Airport?
Avoid the uncertainty of a taximeter or the extra stress due to the language barrier by pre-booking your Ankara Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups and enjoy a fast door-to-door ride with a trained English-speaking driver.