Direct (nonstop) flights from Amsterdam to Ankara

2 airlines fly nonstop from Schiphol (AMS) to Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB). It's 1,578 miles (2,540 km), about 3h 35m in the air. Operated by AJet, SunExpress.

AMS
Schiphol
🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
ESB
Ankara Esenboğa Airport
🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkiye
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,578 mi
2,540 km
CO₂/pax
267 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
AJet +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by AJet AJet SunExpress SunExpress

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AJet VF AJet
Route
AMS → ESB
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,578 mi
SunExpress XQ SunExpress
Route
AMS → ESB
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,578 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Amsterdam to Ankara with one stop · direct emits 267 kg CO₂ per passenger

AMS MUC (Munich) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 25m (413 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,191 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 302 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMS → MUC
1h 25m · 413 mi
View AMS to MUC flights →
Leg 2
MUC → ESB
2h 50m · 1,191 mi
View MUC to ESB flights →
AMS KRK (Krakow) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 55m (669 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (940 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMS → KRK
1h 55m · 669 mi
View AMS to KRK flights →
Leg 2
KRK → ESB
2h 20m · 940 mi
View KRK to ESB flights →
AMS DUS (Dusseldorf) ESB
Leg 1: 45m (111 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,473 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 295 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMS → DUS
45m · 111 mi
View AMS to DUS flights →
Leg 2
DUS → ESB
3h 30m · 1,473 mi
View DUS to ESB flights →
AMS STR (Stuttgart) ESB
Leg 1: 1h 10m (317 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,310 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 305 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMS → STR
1h 10m · 317 mi
View AMS to STR flights →
Leg 2
STR → ESB
3h 5m · 1,310 mi
View STR to ESB flights →
AMS BEG (Belgrade) ESB
Leg 1: 2h 15m (877 mi) Leg 2: 2h (725 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 321 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMS → BEG
2h 15m · 877 mi
View AMS to BEG flights →
Leg 2
BEG → ESB
2h · 725 mi
View BEG to ESB flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Amsterdam to Ankara?

A nonstop flight from Amsterdam (AMS) to Ankara (ESB) takes approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,578 miles (2,540 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Amsterdam to Ankara?

2 airlines: AJet, SunExpress.

Is there a nonstop flight from Amsterdam to Ankara?

Yes. 2 airlines: AJet, SunExpress.

How far is Amsterdam from Ankara?

The flight distance from Amsterdam to Ankara is 1,578 miles (2,540 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Amsterdam and Ankara?

Ankara is 1 hour ahead of Amsterdam. (Europe/Amsterdam vs Europe/Istanbul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Amsterdam to Ankara?

At 3h 35m, 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 Netherlands to Turkiye?

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

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

Roughly 267 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,335 km.

Is the return flight from Ankara to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Ankara?

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 Schiphol for this flight?

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