Zaventem to Ankara (BRU–ESB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
XQ775
XQ SunExpress
73H
11:05 AM
CET
3:40 PM
+03
3h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
XQ774
XQ SunExpress
73H
5:15 PM
+03
7:15 PM
CET
4h
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Zaventem to Ankara
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 1,555 mi 3h 35m nonstop +2h ahead 18 1-stop hubs

BRU–ESB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. SunExpress leads the route. The flight covers 1,555 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop BRU–ESB service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
XQ SunExpress 3 73H 3h35
Aircraft on this route
73H Boeing 737-800 – XQ
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: XQ (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, BRU to ESB direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BRU to ESB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,512
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Ankara from Zaventem

Nearby airports with service to Esenboğa International Airport.
Metric BRU→ESB AMS→ESB
Distance from BRU 98 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 3 4
Flight time 3h 35m 3h 40m
Airports within 200 miles of BRU with service to Esenboğa International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Ankara is 2 hours ahead of Zaventem.
BRU: CET · ESB: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 8:00 PM in Ankara.
Distance & Flight Time
1,555 mi / 2,502 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 35m.
Visa & Entry

Belgian passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No eVisa or prior authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 60 days beyond the intended stay. Proof of onward travel may be requested at the border.

Getting to BRU

The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.

Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.

BRU–ESB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Zaventem to Ankara route.
Route details
Distance1,555 mi / 2,502 km
Flight time3h 35m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: BRU
IATA / ICAOBRU / EBBR
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Passengers/yr23.0M
Elevation175 ft / 53 m
Destination: ESB
IATA / ICAOESB / LTAC
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr13.0M
Elevation3,125 ft / 953 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BRU to ESB flights.
Nonstop flights from Brussels Airport to Esenboğa International Airport take approximately 3h 35m. The route covers 1,555 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: SunExpress.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from BRU to ESB. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KRK, MUC, LIS, FRA, CDG, AMS, IST, HAM, AYT, VIE, MAD, DOH, BCN, BEG, CPH, WAW, BER and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ankara is 2 hours ahead of Zaventem.
Yes, return flights from ESB to BRU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include AMS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BRU to ESB

Brussels Airport (BRU) and Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) are connected by nonstop service from SunExpress. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

BRU to ESB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BRU to ESB ranges from 3 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,555 miles (2,502 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via KRK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Amsterdam (AMS).