Travelling from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Ankara is two hours ahead of Stuttgart and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from STR to ESB start at 08:05 — the first with SunExpress. The last service of the day is at 21:55 with SunExpress. Overall, there are six weekly Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flights.
Your STR to ESB flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport. When you're ready to start your Ankara holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Türkiye (Turkey):
AJet is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
SunExpress stands out as the most punctual carrier for STR to ESB flights, with 88.46% of services landing on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between STR and ESB include:
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
RM316 is the lowest price for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight. Return flights start from RM633. These fares may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from STR to ESB, book your trip eight months before your planned departure.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Picking up cheap flights from STR to ESB is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport.
Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
When it comes to Stuttgart Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Stuttgart Airport from central Stuttgart, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to STR? If you're catching an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ESB instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ankara Esenboga Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo to explore Ankara and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Ankara Esenboga Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
From Ankara Esenboga Airport, Ankara is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
The quietest month for a flight from Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Ankara based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Stuttgart Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from STR to ESB around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Ankara, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres west to Istanbul to check off its leading sights. From Hagia Sophia Museum to Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 322 kilometres west of Ankara, Bursa is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar.
