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Direct flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with SunExpress, Ajet, and Pegasus Airlines. Average duration is 3h 23m
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FRA - ESB
Cheapest • 1% average savings
HHN - ESB
Most popular
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Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 75% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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8 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 43% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
Cheapest • Avg 278 € (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 5h 55m (one-way)
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara at 168 € return.
•July (422 €) and August (331 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 151% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara the cheapest?

Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights

Low season

February
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 83% increase in travellers.

When to book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:50 and lands at 13:13
    • Latest: departs at 18:55 and lands at 22:18.

    The flight takes about 3h 23m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara.

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    A direct flight from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara takes 3h 23m, covering 3.526 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flight?

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara range from 211 € to 389 €, with an average of 297 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 211 € counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the 297 € route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 278 € return via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), compared with 302 € for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    Turkish Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while SunExpress has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights are:

    • Turkish Airlines: 75% on time
    • SunExpress: 75% on time
    • Pegasus Airlines: 68% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 68% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 14 €–90 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which car hire options are available at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)?

    Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 14 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • ESSENCE CAR RENTAL
    • Nissa Car Rental
    • Windycar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara may depart from several airports in Frankfurt am Main area, including Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN). Flights usually arrive at Ankara Esenboga (ESB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Frankfurt am Main to Ankara route, 32% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara pass through?

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 55% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 270 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 323 €, a difference of 53 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    3 airlines operate flights between Frankfurt am Main and Ankara. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • SunExpress
    • Ajet
    • Pegasus Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 55m, compared to 6h 16m via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) and 6h 39m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Frankfurt am Main and Ankara?

    Ankara is 2 hours ahead of Frankfurt am Main (Turkey Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Ankara?

    Kizilay Square is one of the most viewed places in Ankara on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights?

    Among airlines operating Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights:

    • Pegasus Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Ajet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • SunExpress: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Pegasus Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main to Ankara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average 270 €, which is about 53 € less than Sunday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main to Ankara trip for January. Fares historically average 168 € return in that month – typically 254 € less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Turkish Airlines. Over the past three months, 75% of Turkish Airlines flights from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 68%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 55m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages 278 € return on this route – about 23 € less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara Esenboga?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Ankara Esenboga Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Ankara Esenboga

Monday

Ajet,SunExpress

Ajet,SunExpress

Tuesday

SunExpress

SunExpress

Wednesday

SunExpress

SunExpress

Thursday

Ajet,SunExpress

Ajet,SunExpress

Friday

Ajet,SunExpress

Ajet,SunExpress

Saturday

Pegasus Airlines,SunExpress

Pegasus Airlines,SunExpress

Sunday

SunExpress

SunExpress

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Direct returns

Ankara Esenboga to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Ajet,SunExpress

Ajet,SunExpress

Tuesday

SunExpress

SunExpress

Wednesday

SunExpress

SunExpress

Thursday

Ajet,SunExpress

Ajet,SunExpress

Friday

Ajet,SunExpress

Ajet,SunExpress

Saturday

Pegasus Airlines,SunExpress

Pegasus Airlines,SunExpress

Sunday

SunExpress

SunExpress

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