Flying from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB): what you need to know
A direct flight from Van Ferit Melen Airport to Esenboga International Airport takes an average of 1 hour 45 minutes. Ankara's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Van.
There are 21 flights from Van Ferit Melen Airport to Esenboga International Airport every week. Catch the 07:30 flight if you want to get going as early as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from VAN to ESB is 21:05.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
When flying within Türkiye (Turkey), you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, like a driver's license or ID card. Once you've found your cheap ticket from VAN to ESB, check your ID is up to date before you take to the skies.
How to find the cheapest flights from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Van Ferit Melen Airport to Esenboga International Airport is C$56. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$113. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from VAN to ESB.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Van Ferit Melen Airport to Esenboga International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)
To get to Van Ferit Melen Airport from central Van, it takes around 4 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 2 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Want a handy hotel close to VAN? If you've booked an early flight from Van Ferit Melen Airport to Esenboga International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Consider booking a hotel near ESB if you're taking a late flight from Van Ferit Melen Airport to Esenboga International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Esenboga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the center of Ankara. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 36 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 4 minutes.
When to fly to Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Van Ferit Melen Airport to Esenboga International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Ankara in April.
When booking your flight from Van Ferit Melen Airport to Esenboga International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ankara, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from VAN to ESB sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Ankara
After booking your flights from VAN to ESB, you'll want to find a place to stay in Ankara. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii), Genclik Park and Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii) are attractions you won't want to skip in Ankara.
Complete your Ankara trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Esenboga International Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Ankara stay.