Introducing Van


Discover Van with us.

Book a flight to Van and create wonderful memories in this unique Eastern Anatolian city. You can explore Akdamar Island and Akdamar Church, both of which have stunning views of Lake Van, tour Van Castle, and discover more about the Urartu Kingdom at the Van Museum and in Van’s Old City. You can also visit the Van Cat House to meet the famous fluffy white Van cats and sample Van cuisine.

For a brand-new story: Book a flight to Van now

It's time to fly to Van with Turkish Airlines and collect new stories! Book a flight to Van and embark on a one-of-a-kind cultural tour of Eastern Anatolia's richest province.

Van Ferit Melen Airport

Van Ferit Melen Airport is eight kilometers from the city center, parallel to the shores of Lake Van, Türkiye's largest lake. The airport, which opened in 1943, features a 408-vehicle parking lot, as well as cafes and shops.

Van is known for:


Nature and Wildlife Mountain

Quick information

NEARBY CITIES
Hakkari (168 km)
Bitlis (235 km)
Ağrı (292 km)
CURRENCY
Turkish Lira (TRY)

COUNTRY CODE
+90

ELECTRIC POWER
C, E, F

TIME ZONE
GMT +3

AVG. PRICE OF A COFFEE
N/A

AVG. PRICE OF A MEAL (2 PEOPLE)
N/A

Average Temperature

January
-3.3 °C
February
-2.8 °C
March
1.7 °C
April
7.2 °C
May
12.2 °C
June
16.7 °C
July
21.1 °C
August
20.6 °C
September
17.2 °C
October
11.1 °C
November
5 °C
December
-1 °C

Van airport information

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:

Van Ferit Melen Airport can be reached by taking municipal bus number 351.

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TAXI:

A 24/7 taxi service connects Van Airport to the city center.

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CAR RENTAL:

Get on the road with some extra rewards. Book an Avis car and you can earn up to 4000 bonus Miles, depending on how long you rent. With Budget, there’s 35% off Turkey rentals and up to 2500 in bonus Miles.

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Earn 2 Miles for EUR 1 at our accommodations

Thanks to our partnership with Booking.com and Jolly, you can earn 2 Miles for EUR 1, which you can spend anywhere from friendly family lodgings, 5-star hotels, hostels to villas.

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Earn 2 Miles for EUR 1 at our accommodations

Thanks to our partnership with Booking.com and Jolly, you can earn 2 Miles for EUR 1, which you can spend anywhere from friendly family lodgings, 5-star hotels, hostels to villas.

Select hotel

Frequently asked questions about flights to Van

What are the advantages of buying tickets for Van flights via the Turkish Airlines website? Learn more

You can enjoy numerous advantages by booking your flight to Van via the Turkish Airlines mobile application or at turkishairlines.com. Purchasing through our online channels is efficient and convenient; you can also take advantage of campaigns and opportunities, price protection, online check-in, and mobile boarding pass creation. In addition, you can conduct transactions in 16 different languages on our website and in eight languages on the mobile application. And, in case of possible disruptions, you can perform transactions quickly through our online channels or call center.

How can I book flights to Van? Learn more

You can book tickets for flights to Van from the top section of the Van flight ticket page you are on, via our flight ticket page, or by using the mobile application.

What is the baggage allowance on flights to Van? Learn more

On flights to and from Van, your baggage allowance will vary according to the type of ticket you have purchased. You can select the amount of baggage allowance suitable for your needs during the ticket creation steps, and you can benefit from our extra baggage service if necessary.

Is there food and beverage service on flights to Van? Learn more

We offer delicious catering on both domestic and international flights to Van. You can visit the link for more information about our in-flight catering.

Can I bring my pet on Van flights? Learn more

We also transport pets on Van flights, according to availability and within certain rules. For more information, please check the Travelling with Pets page.

Can I use my Miles when booking flights to Van? Learn more

When booking tickets for flights to Van, you can create an award ticket using Miles depending on the availability of the aircraft.

Is it more advantageous to buy round-trip tickets to Van? Learn more

Purchasing round-trip tickets for Van flights can provide considerable advantages for passengers.

How do I get the cheapest plane ticket to Van? Learn more

You can follow our flight ticket campaigns page on the Turkish Airlines website and mobile app to take advantage of the flight ticket discounts available at various times of the year.

What is the best time of year to fly to Van? Learn more

The winters in Van tend to be quite harsh. To fully experience the city, visit in the spring or fall.

Can I rent a car at the Van Ferit Melen Airport? Learn more

Yes, you can rent a car at Van Ferit Melen Airport with Turkish Airlines privileges.