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Getting There & Away in Antalya

How do you get to Antalya?

Getting There3.9/10Harder to reach than about 70% of cities
Main airport
Antalya Airport (AYT)

Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: antalya-airport.aero, turkeytravelplanner.com

Good to Know

  • Antalya has excellent public transport connectivity; the AntRay tram and buses are reliable, cheap, and frequent.
  • For airport arrival, budget travelers should use the tram or bus (circa TRY 4–35). Metered taxis and private transfers cost significantly more but are faster and more direct.
  • Official taxi queues exist outside all three terminals. Always confirm the meter is running or agree on a fixed fare in advance; night tariffs apply after sunset.
  • The AntalyaKart (reusable public transport card, starting at 1 TRY) allows transfers between buses/trams within one hour at no extra cost and is cheaper than single tickets.
  • There are no international ferry connections from Antalya; for Greek islands, travel to Fethiye (2.5 hours) or Kaş (4 hours).
  • Summer season significantly impacts long-distance bus prices. Book intercity buses in advance if traveling June–September.
  • Kaleiçi Marina in the Old Town is the main departure point for boat trips and seasonal ferry services; check directly with operators as schedules vary by season and demand.

Day Trip Access

Description
Easy access to nearby coastal towns and attractions.

Nearby Destinations

  • Kemer
    Distance Km
    42
    Access Method
    Bus, ferry from marina, or private transfer
  • Side
    Distance Km
    75
    Access Method
    Bus from Otogar, private transfer
  • Belek
    Distance Km
    30
    Access Method
    Bus, private transfer
  • Alanya
    Distance Km
    130
    Access Method
    Bus from Otogar (2.5–3 hours)
  • Fethiye (for Greek Island Ferries)
    Distance Km
    150
    Access Method
    Bus, car (2.5 hours inland route or coastal road)

Ferry Connections

International
No regular ferry service to Greek islands. Nearest international ferry ports: Fethiye (2.5 hours by car), Kaş, or Alanya (for Northern Cyprus).
Notes
Antalya does not have international ferry connections. Cruise ships occasionally dock. Summer seasonal boat tours and day excursions available from Kaleici Marina and nearby resort ports.

Domestic

  • Antalya (Kaleiçi Marina) to Kemer
    Cost
    TRY 20
    Frequency
    3 times daily (summer season)
    Duration Minutes
    60
    Notes
    Government sea bus service from K Yacht Harbor in Old Town. Times: 9:00 AM, 5:30 PM departures from Antalya; 10:00 AM, 6:30 PM from Kemer.

Airport Ground Transport

  • Tram (AntRay T1A)
    Cost
    TRY 35
    Duration Minutes
    30
    Notes
    Operates 06:00–23:00, runs every 10–20 minutes, stops at İsmetpaşa near Old Town (Kaleiçi). Best budget option. Use AntalyaKart card; cash is around 60 TRY.
  • Public Bus (Line 600, 800)
    Cost
    TRY 4.00
    Duration Minutes
    45
    Notes
    Departs every 30 minutes, operates most of the day. Requires AntalyaKart or cash payment on board. Connects airport to city center and Otogar (bus terminal).
  • HAVAŞ Airport Shuttle
    Cost
    TRY 220
    Duration Minutes
    40
    Notes
    Regular shuttle departing roughly every hour in daytime. Stops at major locations including Kemer bus stop near 5M Migros Shopping Mall.
  • Shared Shuttle (Private)
    Cost
    TRY 50
    Duration Minutes
    45
    Notes
    Per person for shared service. Multiple stops. Pre-booking available.
  • Private Transfer
    Cost
    TRY 1,200
    Duration Minutes
    20
    Notes
    Starting price for pre-booked fixed-rate transfers. Includes meet-and-greet. Direct door-to-door service.
  • Taxi (metered)
    Cost
    TRY 600
    Duration Minutes
    20
    Notes
    Typical range 600–700 TRY (city center). Official taxis only; check meter is running. Higher rates possible during night tariff (50% increase). Available 24/7.
  • Car Rental
    Duration Minutes
    self-drive
    Notes
    Multiple rental companies at airport terminals. Direct access to D400 highway connecting to Turkish Riviera.

Airport

Name
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Distance From City Center
approximately 10 km northeast
Description
Third-largest airport in Turkey, serving approximately 35 million passengers annually with two international terminals and one domestic terminal.

Rail Connections

Description
No train service to Antalya.

Intercity Bus Connections

Departure Point
Antalya Otogar (Bus Terminal), approximately 4 km north of city center
Major Operators
Kamil Koç, Ulusoy, Metro Turizm
Notes
Buses are very affordable; costs increase significantly in high season (summer).
Description
Modern, comfortable long-distance buses connect Antalya to major Turkish destinations.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026

These are the sources cited in this getting there & away research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.

  1. 1.antalya-airport.aero
  2. 2.antalya-airport.aero
  3. 3.turkeytravelplanner.com
  4. 4.antalyatouristinformation.com
  5. 5.antalyadentists.com
  6. 6.rentotransfer.com
  7. 7.iantalya.com
  8. 8.hemenhesap.com
  9. 9.turkishliving.com
  10. 10.tripadvisor.com
  11. 11.tradingeconomics.com
  12. 12.investing.com

Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.