Cheap Flights from Ankara Esenboga (ESB) to Frankfurt (FRAN)

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Flight deals from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Frankfurt

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Frankfurt? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £118. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Ankara to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£101
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time3 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineAJet
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Frankfurt: Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim and Hahn.
The best price we found for a return flight from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt is £101. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt.
AJet, Lufthansa and SunExpress fly direct from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt.
As of December 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt is usually January.
If you're flying from Ankara Esenboga Airport, the cheapest airport near Frankfurt is Frankfurt am Main – which is 7.3 miles away from the centre of Frankfurt. We've found flights into this airport from £101.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Frankfurt on Friday, 30 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Frankfurt but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Frankfurt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 1°C. July is typically the warmest month in Frankfurt, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines and AJet offer the cheapest flight tickets to Frankfurt.

Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Frankfurt: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Esenboga International Airport is located in Ankara. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is two hours behind Ankara.

  • The busiest route is from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take your pick of ten weekly services between these two airports. SunExpress offers a 05:20 departure between ESB and FRA.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ESB to Frankfurt flight.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Begin your trip at ESB and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt. Get up and away with one of these:

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from ESB to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • ESB is about 14 miles from central Ankara. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ESB:

  • 78.41% of flights that depart Esenboga International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Frankfurt

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt flight is £41. The cheapest price for a return flight is £101. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap flights from ESB to Frankfurt by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ESB to Frankfurt by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 9 miles. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and find adventure across Frankfurt and beyond.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ESB to Frankfurt.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • The centre of Frankfurt is around 75 miles from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 40 minutes or so.

  • There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near HHN. Settle in and get cosy after your ESB to Frankfurt flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Get the lowest price by securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Frankfurt

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Frankfurt in the low season for a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ESB to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Frankfurt

  • After booking your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Frankfurt, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:

  • Goethe House and Palmengarten are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Frankfurt must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Frankfurt Cathedral.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored after you've seen Frankfurt. Around 260 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • Around 240 miles north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

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