Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Ankara is two hours ahead of Brussels and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Your BRU to ESB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SunExpress is your gateway to exploring Ankara (and perhaps some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport offered by this carrier.
SunExpress tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a dependable 86.67% of services arriving as planned, SunExpress has the best on-time record for BRU to ESB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BRU and ESB:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight is 65 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 140 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BRU to ESB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
71.97% of flights leaving from Brussels Airport make it to their destination on time.
Brussels Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BRU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
If you have a late Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ESB:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Esenboga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and explore beyond Ankara's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Esenboga International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport to central Ankara has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Ankara in April.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Brussels Airport to Esenboga International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BRU to ESB sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Ankara, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres west to Istanbul to tick off its leading sights. From Topkapi Palace to The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bursa is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres west of Ankara. No journey is complete without experiencing Koza Han, Bursa City Museum and Irgandi Bridge.