Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Ankara.
Take your pick of three weekly Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with SunExpress is the earliest flight available. SunExpress operates the latest service of the day at 17:15.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ESB to BRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues 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 domestic departures.
Travelling to Brussels (and then exploring more of Belgium!) is a snap with SunExpress. This popular airline has direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is SunExpress.
With 66.67% of its services landing as planned, SunExpress is the most punctual carrier offering ESB to BRU flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport. These are the top stopovers between ESB and BRU:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
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 Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport flight is RM404. A round-trip ticket is currently RM824. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from ESB to BRU by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Of all flights departing from Esenboga International Airport, 78.41% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Esenboga International Airport from central Ankara, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ESB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're arriving on a late Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Brussels. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Brussels Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ESB to BRU in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've seen Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without a visit to Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.