ترجمه
Gateway to eastern Turkey's Lake Van region.
Opened
1967
Location
Van, Turkey
Van Ferit Melen Airport (IATA: VAN, ICAO: LTCI) serves the city of Van in eastern Anatolia, Turkey, situated near the shores of Lake Van, one of the largest lakes in the Middle East. The airport is named after Ferit Melen, a Turkish politician and former Prime Minister who was born in Van.
The airport handles domestic traffic primarily, connecting Van to Istanbul, Ankara, and other major Turkish cities. It serves as an important transport hub for the predominantly Kurdish-populated Van Province and supports tourism driven by the region's historical and natural attractions, including Akdamar Island and its historic Armenian church.
The facility is operated under Turkish state aviation authorities and has seen capacity expansions over the years to accommodate growing passenger demand in the region.
Terminals
The airport operates with a single passenger terminal handling both arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include taxis and private transfers connecting the airport to Van city center, approximately 6 kilometers away.
Airlines here
Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines are the primary carriers operating domestic routes through Van Ferit Melen Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Ferit Melen, a former Prime Minister of Turkey born in Van.
- ›Primarily serves domestic routes within Turkey.
- ›Located approximately 6 km from Van city center.
- ›Serves as a gateway to Akdamar Island and its 10th-century Armenian Cathedral of the Holy Cross.
- ›Situated in eastern Anatolia at an elevation of approximately 1,725 meters above sea level.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
