Journey information
Overview: Van to Istanbul flight
Flights from Van to Istanbul depart on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:45, the last at 21:20. The fastest flight covers the 1264 km distance in 2h 20m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1264 km |
Average flight duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Flights per day 4 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 2h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel March |
First flight 04:45 |
Last flight 21:20 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Van to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£143
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
1264 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Van to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Van to Istanbul will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £74.
Of the 5 flights that leave Van for Istanbul every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1264 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Van to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Van to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 1264 km
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£139 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 7m Average total duration 25h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Van to Istanbul flight times
The table below shows live departures for Van to Istanbul flights for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:10 Van | 2h20 | 09:30 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:55 Van | 2h30 | 10:25 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:30 Van | 2h30 | 12:00 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:55 Van | 2h25 | 14:20 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Van to Istanbul flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Van to Istanbul by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Van to Istanbul generally leave from Van Ferit Melen and arrive in Istanbul Airport.
Van Ferit Melen is 6.1 km away from Van city centre and Istanbul Airport is 44.2 km from Istanbul city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Van and Istanbul
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including duty-free shops and brands like Hugo Boss and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 0.73€ (21 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- H-2
- IST-1
- IST-2
- IST-3
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops located in duty-free area, including D&R and Turkish Delight.
- Parking available, located near terminal, approximately 0.18€ (5 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including ISG Lounge with food and shower facilities.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Buses: E10, E11, SG-2
- Metro: M4
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