Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Every week, there are 21 Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, take the 07:30 AJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:55 with AJet.
To ensure you get on your ESB to VAN flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Van (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with AJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is AJet.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ESB and VAN:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Antalya Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
54 € is the lowest price for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport flight. A return flight starts at 107 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from ESB to VAN, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ESB to VAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
78.41% of flights departing from Esenboga International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Ankara to Esenboga International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near ESB? If you're boarding an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
Book a hotel close to VAN if you have a late Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Van Ferit Melen Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Avis and experience more of Van and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Van Ferit Melen Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to central Van
Van Ferit Melen Airport to the centre of Van has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When to fly to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Van based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Van, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ESB to VAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Van has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres west of Van, a visit to Diyarbakir will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like St. Giragos Armenian Church, Deliller Hani and Behrampasa Mosque.
Around 434 kilometres west of Van, Sanliurfa is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Gobekli Tepe Site/Gobekli Tepe, Balikligol and Rizvaniye Mosque.