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Van.£44 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec, returning Thu, 1 Jan.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Van.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Van on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £44, select.

Van.£47 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec, returning Tue, 30 Dec.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Van.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Van on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £47, select.

Van.£49 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Van.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Van on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £49, select.

Van.£52 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Van.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Van on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £52, select.

Van.£53 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Van.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Van on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £53, select.

Van.£58 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Van.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Van on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

Van.£73 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Van.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Van on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £73, select.

Van.£91 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Sun, 5 Apr.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Van.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Van on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £91, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Van

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Van flights are currently cheapest in December.

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Van

Istanbul to Van: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Van below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Van.

Istanbul to Van: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£44
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	2 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	73

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Van: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Van?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Van is £44. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Van?

2 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Van.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Van?

Turkish Airlines, AJet and Pegasus Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Van.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Van?

As of December 2025, there are 77 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Van.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Van?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Van is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Van Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Van Airport on Monday, 29 December 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Van Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 6 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Van?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Van but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Van?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Van is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul to Van with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Van is AJet .

Travelling from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN): What you need to know

Your adventure gets underway 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) departing from either of these bases.
2 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport flight.
Istanbul and Van (where Van Ferit Melen Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 6:30pm. Go for the first IST to VAN departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 7am if you'd rather not wait around.
Your flight from Istanbul to VAN won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Go straight to your destination from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from IST.
Turkish Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from IST to VAN.
Located around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

You can book a direct Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) plane ticket out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Work out whether departing from SAW makes the most sense for you.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to VAN are offered by AJet.
AJet has the largest share of bookings on the SAW to VAN route.
If you're looking for the most punctual carrier, book with Pegasus. It boasts an on-time performance of 89.22% for flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Van Ferit Melen Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to VAN flight, stay in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.

About Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)

Have a late flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near VAN and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up a Van Ferit Melen Airport rental car and discover Van and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport flight.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)

£20 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport. Return flights start at £44. These fares can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to VAN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Istanbul to VAN.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)

It's time to work out when to book your flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN). July is when most people visit Van. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.
Book an Istanbul to VAN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Van to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).

More about Van

Start your Van trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Van Ferit Melen Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Tarihi Van Şehri, Karmravank Armenian Monastery and Sanat Parkı- Park a Hûnerê are major attractions which should be on any good Van itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Van has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 290 kms (180 miles) west of Van, a visit to Diyarbakir will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Diyarbakır, Historic Walls of Diyarbakir and Diyarbakır Walls.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Erzurum, about 241 kms (150 miles) north-west of Van. Mount Palandöken, Citadel and Erzurum Saat Kulesi are the start of reasons to visit.