VAN - Van Ferit Melen Airport
Van, Turkey
IATA Code: VAN · Van, Turkey
The airport code VAN is the IATA identifier for Van Ferit Melen Airport. You may also find it referred to as Van Airport (VAN).
Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) serves Van, Turkey, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VAN is the IATA airport code for Van Ferit Melen Airport, located in Van, Turkey. The airport is situated at coordinates 38.4682°N, 43.3323°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- VAN
- City
- Van
- Country
- Turkey
- Timezone
- Europe/Istanbul
- Latitude
- 38.4682°
- Longitude
- 43.3323°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VAN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YKO - Hakkari | 129 km | $1,990 | $4/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| SXZ - Siirt | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| KHY - Khoy | 143 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| MSR - Mus | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| NKT - Cizre | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 176 km | $2,715 | $5/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| BAL - Batman | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| KSY - Kars | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| OSM - Mosul | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| BGG - Bingol | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| KAC - Kamishly | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| ERZ - Erzurum | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| EBL - Erbil | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| TBZ - Tabriz | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| MQM - Mardin | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| DIY - Diyabakir | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| RQW - Qayyarah | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| KIK - Kirkuk | 345 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| EZS - Elazig | 352 km | $5,431 | $11/passenger |
| ERC - Erzincan | 356 km | $5,492 | $11/passenger |
| KVD - Ganja | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| ISU - Sulaymaniyah | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| BUS - Batumi | 379 km | $5,847 | $12/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| GNY - Sanliurfa | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| TZX - Trabzon | 413 km | $6,372 | $13/passenger |
| PFQ - Parsabad | 413 km | $6,372 | $13/passenger |
| KUT - Kutaisi | 419 km | $6,464 | $13/passenger |
| SFQ - Sanliurfa | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| ADF - Adiyaman | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| ADU - Ardabil | 444 km | $6,850 | $14/passenger |
| ZTU - Zaqatala | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| DEZ - Deire Zor | 452 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| MLX - Malatya | 456 km | $7,035 | $14/passenger |
| GBB - Qabala | 458 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| LLK - Lankaran | 478 km | $7,375 | $15/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 481 km | $7,421 | $15/passenger |
| SDG - Sanandaj | 485 km | $7,483 | $15/passenger |
| XQC - Al Bakr | 512 km | $7,899 | $16/passenger |
| SUI - Sukhumi | 522 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| IQA - Al Asad | 527 km | $8,131 | $16/passenger |
| OGU - Ordu-Giresun | 528 km | $8,146 | $16/passenger |
| OGZ - Beslan | 537 km | $8,285 | $17/passenger |
| GZT - Gaziantep | 542 km | $8,362 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VAN Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from VAN
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Van
Van experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through VAN
As a European airport, VAN falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via VAN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Van Ferit Melen Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VAN
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to VAN are YKO, AJI, SXZ — consider these for potentially lower fares