ANK - Etimesgut Air Base
Ankara, Turkey
IATA Code: ANK · Ankara, Turkey
The airport code ANK is the IATA identifier for Etimesgut Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Ankara Airport (ANK).
Etimesgut Air Base (ANK) serves Ankara, Turkey, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ANK is the IATA airport code for Etimesgut Air Base, located in Ankara, Turkey. The airport is situated at coordinates 39.9498°N, 32.6886°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ANK
- City
- Ankara
- Country
- Turkey
- Timezone
- Europe/Istanbul
- Latitude
- 39.9498°
- Longitude
- 32.6886°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ANK
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESB - Ankara | 33 km | $509 | $1/passenger |
| KFS - Kastamonu | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| ONQ - Zonguldak | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| ESK - Eskisehir | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| AOE - Eskissehir | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| NAV - Nevsehir | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| KYA - Konya | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| AFY - Afyon | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| KCO - Topel | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| KZR - Kutahya | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| MZH - Merzifon | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| YEI - Yenisehir | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| ASR - Kayseri | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| NOP - Sinop | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
| SAW - Istanbul | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| ISE - Isparta | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| USQ - Usak | 311 km | $4,798 | $10/passenger |
| TJK - Tokat | 315 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| BTZ - Bursa | 315 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| ISL - Istanbul | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| DNZ - Denizli | 353 km | $5,446 | $11/passenger |
| SZF - Samsun | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| VAS - Sivas | 360 km | $5,554 | $11/passenger |
| IST - Istanbul | 363 km | $5,600 | $11/passenger |
| AYT - Antalya | 377 km | $5,816 | $12/passenger |
| ADA - Adana | 400 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| BDM - Bandirma | 403 km | $6,217 | $12/passenger |
| UAB - Adana | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| GZP - Alanya | 407 km | $6,279 | $13/passenger |
| BZI - Balikesir | 409 km | $6,310 | $13/passenger |
| TEQ - Çorlu | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| KCM - Kahramanmaras | 457 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| OGU - Ordu-Giresun | 470 km | $7,251 | $15/passenger |
| EDO - Balikesir Korfez | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| MLX - Malatya | 495 km | $7,637 | $15/passenger |
| DLM - Dalaman | 495 km | $7,637 | $15/passenger |
| KZS - Kastelorizo | 503 km | $7,760 | $16/passenger |
| HTY - Hatay | 508 km | $7,837 | $16/passenger |
| ADB - Izmir | 511 km | $7,884 | $16/passenger |
| IGL - Izmir | 514 km | $7,930 | $16/passenger |
| BOJ - Bourgas | 521 km | $8,038 | $16/passenger |
| BJV - Bodrum | 530 km | $8,177 | $16/passenger |
| MJT - Mytilini | 532 km | $8,208 | $16/passenger |
| UKS - Sevastopol | 532 km | $8,208 | $16/passenger |
| GEC - Geçitkale | 532 km | $8,208 | $16/passenger |
| CKZ - Canakkale | 533 km | $8,223 | $16/passenger |
| GZT - Gaziantep | 534 km | $8,239 | $16/passenger |
| BXN - Bodrum | 537 km | $8,285 | $17/passenger |
| ECN - Nicosia | 538 km | $8,300 | $17/passenger |
| VAR - Varna | 545 km | $8,408 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ANK Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ANK
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Ankara
Ankara experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ANK
As a European airport, ANK falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via ANK
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Etimesgut Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ANK
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ANK are ESB, KFS, ONQ — consider these for potentially lower fares