Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport takes 1 hour 35 minutes, on average. Van's timezone is UTC+3 — identical to Ankara.
There are 21 flights from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport weekly. Jump on the 07:30 flight if you want to leave as early as possible. If you're keen to leave later, the latest flight from ESB to VAN is 21:05.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the top stopovers between ESB and VAN:
Antalya Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within Türkiye (Turkey). You will need a valid proof of identity however, like a driver's license or an ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from ESB to VAN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport is Rs9,074. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs18,839. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from ESB to VAN.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from ESB to VAN is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Esenboga International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 36 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near ESB? If you're catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VAN instead:
Getting from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to central Van
From Van Ferit Melen Airport, Van is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 4 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Van in April.
When reserving your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Van, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ESB to VAN in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC and 1ºC then.
More about Van
As soon as you've booked your flights from ESB to VAN, you'll need to find a place to stay in Van. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Van Castle, Van Museum and Okyanus Akvaryum Ve Kuş Dünyası are must-have experiences during your Van visit.
Complete your Van trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Van Ferit Melen Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Van escape.