Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
A direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport takes an average of 3 hours 58 minutes. The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, making it 2 hours behind Ankara.
Flights from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport start at 06:15 — the earliest with SunExpress. The latest flight in the day is the 20:15 service with SunExpress. Overall, you can take your pick of 3 weekly services from ESB to BRU.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Flying into Brussels (and then seeing more of Belgium!) is straightforward with SunExpress. This popular airline runs direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ESB and BRU include:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Belgium. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from ESB to BRU, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport is $149. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $306. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flight tickets from ESB to BRU, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Getting a cheap ticket from ESB to BRU is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The journey from central Ankara to Esenboga International Airport takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 36 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near ESB? If you're on an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to the centre of Brussels takes around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 39 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Brussels in February.
Book your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport for August if you'd like to visit Brussels during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 27ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from ESB to BRU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip right by finding the perfect stay. After booking your flight from ESB to BRU, browse our range of hotel options including:
Grand Place and Atomium are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Brussels must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Manneken Pis.
There's more than one way to get to Brussels. Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is another choice. Check out the flight deals and timetables available from this international airport.
Complete your Brussels trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Brussels Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Brussels.