Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Brussels: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is two hours behind Ankara, where Esenboga International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Brussels Airport (BRU). You can select from two services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from ESB to BRU is the 06:05 SunExpress service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 17:15 with SunExpress.
Allow plenty of time to catch your ESB to Brussels flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Esenboga International Airport to Brussels tickets are available for booking. Brussels Airport (BRU) is where you'll be landing.
SunExpress is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flight tickets from ESB to Brussels, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
ESB is around 23 kilometers from central Ankara. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to ESB? If you've booked an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Esenboga International Airport, 78.41% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Brussels
AED 260 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Brussels flight. A return flight ticket starts at AED 542. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ESB to Brussels.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Esenboga International Airport to Brussels tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometers. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels. Book one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Pick up a Brussels Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your flight from ESB to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The center of Brussels is around 56 kilometers from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). After your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Following your ESB to Brussels flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CRL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make picking up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CRL will help you save.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Brussels in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Esenboga International Airport to Brussels flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ESB to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Atomium, Grand Place and Manneken Pis are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
You've visited Brussels, now it's time to discover more of Belgium. Journey around 113 kilometers west to Ostend to tick off its popular sights. From Fort Napoleon to The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Verviers is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometers east of Brussels. No trip is complete without a visit to Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.