Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Flights from IST to VAN start at 08:40 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 17:35 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from 39 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your IST to VAN flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Van — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
Turkish Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IST and VAN include:
Antalya Airport
Adana Sakirpasa Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
Currently, 72 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 137 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from IST to VAN, book your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from IST to VAN is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near IST:
Arriving at Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
If you have a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near VAN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Van Ferit Melen Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Avis and chase adventure across Van and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Van Ferit Melen Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to central Van
Van Ferit Melen Airport to the centre of Van has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When to fly to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Van. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Van, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to VAN in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Diyarbakir is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Van. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include St. Giragos Armenian Church, Deliller Hani and Behrampasa Mosque.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Sanliurfa, roughly 434 kilometres west of Van. Gobekli Tepe Site/Gobekli Tepe, Balikligol and Rizvaniye Mosque are key highlights.