Please double check and make sure your passport is valid for another six months before you depart for international travel. You can use the following link to verify your passport requirements prior to booking your trip.

https://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa

You will need to book your flight to arrive in Ankara, and then it is a 30 minute shuttle/taxi to the downtown.

There is no direct flight to Ankara from US. We recommend flying with Turkish Airlines from US to İstanbul, and then İstanbul to Ankara. Or, as another option, you can fly with. Lufthansa from US to Germany, and then directly to Ankara.

We have set up a rate at ''Bilkent Hotel'' for you with specifically negotiated group rates for July 1, 2025 through July 5, 2025 that are not available to the general public. (6,000 TL per night/per room for 2 ppl including breakfast). To take advantage of the discounted rate, please email rezervasyon@bilkentotel.com.tr and mention that you are our guests in order to receive the discount.

You can also find recommended hotels listed below.

The forms of transportation that we recommend are taxis or car rentals.