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.
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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.
