Flying from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN): what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Istanbul's main airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) jetting off from either of these.
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport is 2 hours 11 minutes.
Van Ferit Melen Airport is located in Van. The city's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) is the most popular route. There are 39 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Pegasus Airlines at 17:45. Go for the first IST to VAN departure with Pegasus Airlines at 06:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to VAN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Fly without interruptions from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) can be booked from here.
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport jetting out of IST.
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is about 30 miles. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operates direct flights from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN).
Catch your direct flight from Istanbul to VAN with AJet. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of SAW.
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 30 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 57 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to VAN:
About Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
Book a hotel near VAN if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to central Van
Van Ferit Melen Airport to the centre of Van takes around 4 minutes in a car. It's approximately 1 mile away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
£35 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport. Return flights start from £74. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
8 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to VAN.
To get the best price on your tickets from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport, plan your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Istanbul to VAN.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Van. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Van is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to VAN in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -7ºC and 1ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport.
More about Van
Start your Van trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Van Castle and Van Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Van must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Okyanus Akvaryum Ve Kuş Dünyası.
Complete your Van trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Van. Explore the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.