Traveling from Van Airport (VAN) to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Van Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Ankara's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Van.
Flights from VAN to ESB start from 09:35 — the earliest with AJet. The last service of the day is at 21:10 with AJet. Overall, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Van Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your VAN to ESB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
AJet is your gateway to exploring Ankara (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Van Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with AJet on this route.
Handy information about Van Airport (VAN)
Van Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart VAN reach their destination on time.
Van Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Van. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Van Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to VAN:
Arriving at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
If you're getting in on a late Van Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ESB:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ankara Esenboga Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Final Rentals or Ziraat Filo and explore beyond Ankara's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Ankara Esenboga Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to central Ankara
Ankara Esenboga Airport is approximately 29 kilometers from central Ankara. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
The quietest month for a flight from Van Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Ankara based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Ankara is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Van Airport to Ankara Esenboga Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VAN to ESB in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Ankara. Around 354 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include Hagia Sophia Museum, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Bursa is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometers west of Ankara. No journey is complete without a visit to Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar.