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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. 

Sofia Airport, located in Bulgaria's capital city, Sofia, is 5 kilometers from the city center and serves international flights. A large number of passengers are being transported each year from Sofia Airport, Bulgaria's main airport.

The Sofia transport network, which offers numerous transport alternatives to reach the city center from the Sofia Airport, which is close to the city, allows you to travel comfortably, without hesitation and fast. In addition to this, you can benefit from numerous services and activities before or after your flight, and spend your time in a pleasant way.

From Sofia Airport to the city center, there are many different transportation options both by road and by rail. These options include taxi, bus, subway, bicycle and rental cars.

Taxi

You can go to the city center safely and comfortably with the taxis of OK Supertrans, the contractor of Sofia Airport. From the time your aircraft landed at the airport, you can request a taxi from the company office at terminal buildings 1 and 2. Or, you can choose to take one of the taxis waiting in front of the terminal building.

Bus

Another means of transportation that you can choose to go to the city center from Sofia Airport is the buses. You can get to the city center with the buses that operate on two different lines which are easy and affordable. Buses number 84 and 384 run from 5 am until midnight. Do not forget to ask which one you should get before boarding.

Metro

Another way to get to the city center is by metro. It is easy to go to the city center with the metro which is comfortable, fast and economical. The Sofia Metro 1 Line is directly connected to Sofia Airport and allows you to reach many points of the city. If you wish you can change to Metro 2 Line at Serdika metro station. The metro would take you to city center in 18 minutes. The metro is a good option, serving between 5 am and midnight every day of the week.

Bicycle

Sofia Airport is a significant one with regards to bicycles in the world, as the number of cyclists is increasing and use of bicycles is supported. Bicycle paths are available at Sofia Airport, where bicycle parking is available at each terminal.

Car Rental

Another option to get to the city center from Sofia Airport is to rent a car. This service, which is designed for those who want to travel comfortably using personal vehicles, can be obtained from the car rental offices at the airport.

Among the car rental companies you can choose from are Choice, Europcar, Sixt, Avis, Enterprise, Budget, Hertz, Avtojet, Moto Pfohe, Tany 97, Thrifty and Firefly.