Direct (nonstop) flights from Ankara to Frankfurt

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's 1,368 miles (2,202 km), about 3h 40m in the air. Operated by Pegasus, AJet, SunExpress.

ESB
Ankara Esenboğa Airport
🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkiye
FRA
Frankfurt Airport
🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,368 mi
2,202 km
CO₂/pax
231 kg
−57 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Pegasus +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Pegasus Pegasus AJet AJet SunExpress SunExpress

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pegasus PC Pegasus
Route
ESB → FRA
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,368 mi
AJet VF AJet
Route
ESB → FRA
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,368 mi
SunExpress XQ SunExpress
Route
ESB → FRA
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,368 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ankara to Frankfurt with one stop · direct emits 231 kg CO₂ per passenger

ESB SJJ (Sarajevo) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 10m (796 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (629 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → SJJ
2h 10m · 796 mi
View ESB to SJJ flights →
Leg 2
SJJ → FRA
1h 55m · 629 mi
View SJJ to FRA flights →
ESB BEG (Belgrade) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 10m (725 mi) Leg 2: 2h (656 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 280 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → BEG
2h 10m · 725 mi
View ESB to BEG flights →
Leg 2
BEG → FRA
2h · 656 mi
View BEG to FRA flights →
ESB MUC (Munich) FRA
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,191 mi) Leg 2: 1h (186 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → MUC
3h 10m · 1,191 mi
View ESB to MUC flights →
Leg 2
MUC → FRA
1h · 186 mi
View MUC to FRA flights →
ESB KRK (Krakow) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 30m (940 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (498 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 276 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → KRK
2h 30m · 940 mi
View ESB to KRK flights →
Leg 2
KRK → FRA
1h 40m · 498 mi
View KRK to FRA flights →
ESB OTP (Bucharest) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 35m (469 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (902 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → OTP
1h 35m · 469 mi
View ESB to OTP flights →
Leg 2
OTP → FRA
2h 35m · 902 mi
View OTP to FRA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ankara to Frankfurt?

A nonstop flight from Ankara (ESB) to Frankfurt (FRA) takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,368 miles (2,202 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ankara to Frankfurt?

3 airlines: Pegasus, AJet, SunExpress.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ankara to Frankfurt?

Yes. 3 airlines: Pegasus, AJet, SunExpress.

How far is Ankara from Frankfurt?

The flight distance from Ankara to Frankfurt is 1,368 miles (2,202 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Ankara and Frankfurt?

Frankfurt is 1 hour behind Ankara. (Europe/Istanbul vs Europe/Berlin.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ankara to Frankfurt?

At 3h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Turkiye to Germany?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Germany embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ankara to Frankfurt?

Roughly 231 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,155 km.

Is the return flight from Frankfurt to Ankara also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ankara to Frankfurt?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ankara Esenboğa Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.