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Erciş, Van, Turkey – Turkey Flag

Current Date And Time In Erciş, Turkey

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:40:58 TRT
State: Van
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (TRT)
Population: 91,915
District: Erciş

🗺 Map of Erciş, Van, Turkey – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Erciş, a city in Van, Turkey, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Erciş — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Erciş.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Turkey operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Erciş, Van

📍 LATITUDE
39.026°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
43.36°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)39.0259° N43.3596° E
Signed Decimal Degrees39.025943.3596
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)39° 1' 33" N43° 21' 35" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)39° 1.5522' N43° 21.5784' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Erciş Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:15 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:07 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 51m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:11 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Erciş’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Erciş’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,344 km
(2,699 mi) • Erciş is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,750 km
(2,330 mi) • Erciş is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
39.026° S, 136.64° W
The point exactly opposite Erciş through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Erciş, you'd surface nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, about 1,669 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Erciş

📍 Location Details

CityErciş
StateVan
CountryTurkey
ContinentAsia
DistrictErciş
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population91,915
Area (km²)2,133.00 km²
Area (mi²)823.56 mi²
Pop. Density43.09 /km²
Elevation1,682 m / 5,519 ft
GPS (DD)39.0259, 43.3596

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Erciş

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Van
Parent Country: Turkey

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 91,915
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 16 most populous in Van
🏠 Share of Van Population: 8.086%
📏 Built-Up Area: 2,133.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 43 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Erciş to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Van.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AşağıışıklıVanN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
DeliçayVanNE13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
KocapınarVanNW16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
TimarVanS23 km14 mi~23m🗺 View
MuradiyeVanE34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
ErçekVanSE48 km30 mi~48m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Erciş to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Van
59 km (37 mi)
S of Erciş • ~59m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Ankara
907 km (563 mi)
W of Erciş • ~15h 7m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Van

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Van, the home state of Erciş, along with each city's aerial distance from Van, Van's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Van38.4946° N43.3832° E1,708 m0 km🗺 View Map
Başkale38.0453° N44.0172° E2,297 m75 km🗺 View Map
Gevaş38.2921° N43.1019° E1,722 m33 km🗺 View Map
Özalp38.6546° N43.9887° E1,985 m56 km🗺 View Map
Edremit38.4207° N43.2589° E1,699 m14 km🗺 View Map
Bahçesaray38.1246° N42.7983° E1,751 m66 km🗺 View Map
Konalga37.8721° N43.0512° E1,531 m75 km🗺 View Map
Aşağıışıklı39.0525° N43.3468° E1,826 m62 km🗺 View Map
Bilgi38.0961° N43.2609° E1,695 m46 km🗺 View Map
Elaçmaz38.4658° N43.9899° E2,370 m53 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Van Ferit Melen Airport
IATA: VAN
62 km (39 mi) from Erciş
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🌍 Erciş Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Erciş Matter

The exact GPS location of Erciş gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Van. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Van state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Erciş Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Erciş are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Erciş

The satellite view of Erciş lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Turkey map

🌎 Regional Position of Erciş in Van

Erciş sits within Van, Turkey, in the Asia region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Erciş Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Erciş for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Van. › Browse every city in Van

💻 Using Erciş Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Erciş in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Turkey. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Erciş Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Erciş directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Erciş. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Van CitiesAccess the full city directory for Van ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Erciş Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Erciş?

The GPS coordinates of Erciş are latitude 39.0259° and longitude 43.3596°. In directional format: 39.0259° N, 43.3596° E. These coordinates mark the center of Erciş in Van and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Erciş located?

Erciş is a city in Van, Turkey, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Erciş. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Erciş?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Erciş sits at: Latitude 39° 1' 33" N and Longitude 43° 21' 35" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Erciş?

Erciş has a population of approximately 91,915 people. This is roughly 8.086% of Van's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Van.

🗺 How can I view Erciş on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Erciş is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 39.0259, 43.3596 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Erciş in Van. For broader context, explore the Van state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Erciş?

The nearest airport to Erciş is Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN), roughly 62 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Erciş from Van?

Erciş is approximately 59 km (37 mi) from Van, the capital of Van, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Van.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Erciş?

Erciş sits at an elevation of approximately 1,682 meters (5,519 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Van.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Erciş?

The closest cities to Erciş include Aşağıışıklı, Deliçay, Kocapınar. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Erciş today?

Today in Erciş, sunrise is at 05:15 AM and sunset is at 07:07 PM, giving a day length of 13h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Erciş's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Erciş from the Equator?

Erciş is approximately 4,344 km (2,699 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,750 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Erciş?

The antipodal point of Erciş — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, roughly 1,669 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Erciş from Ankara, the capital of Turkey?

Erciş is approximately 907 km (563 mi) W of Ankara, the national capital of Turkey, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.