The journey from Antalya Airport to the city center covers around 13-15 km. As of August 2026, a taxi costs €11-€30 (TRY 600-1,600) and takes 20-30 minutes, while a private transfer starts from €23 (TRY 1,290). For public transport, the AntRay tram costs €0.89 (TRY 50), Havaş costs €3.90 (TRY 220), and the local bus costs €0.89 (TRY 50). Journey times range from 30 minutes by tram to up to 60 minutes by bus.
Taxis work well if you want to leave as soon as you land, while private transfers suit travelers who prefer to arrange their pickup in advance. Both are useful with luggage, for families, and after public transport winds down at night.
The AntRay tram is cheaper and avoids Antalya’s road traffic, which can help during busy periods. Havaş is another option if its route works with your accommodation, and it offers dedicated luggage storage, while local buses are particularly useful if you’re connecting at the Otogar.
If you’re traveling from Antalya Airport to Old Town (Kaleiçi), taxis, private transfers, and public transport can all get you into the historic center. Some narrow and pedestrianized streets have limited vehicle access, though, so you may have a short walk to your accommodation.
5 ways to get from Antalya Airport to city center
OPTION | PRICE | TIME | AVAILABILITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Welcome Pickups Private Transfer | €23 | 25min | 24/7 | Convenience | Book | |
| Perfect for families, groups, or anyone who wants a pre-booked pickup and fixed fare. | ||||||
Taxi | €21 | 25min | 24/7 | Convenience | Book | |
| Good for travelers who want door-to-door transport without booking ahead. | ||||||
Tram | €1.78 | 40min | 06:00–00:00 | Convenience | Read more | |
| A decent option for budget travelers staying near the T1 tram line. | ||||||
Havaş Shuttle Bus | €7.80 | 45min | – | Convenience | Read more | |
| An option for travelers staying near a Havaş stop and carrying larger luggage. | ||||||
Local Bus | €1.78 | 45min | 06:30–05:00 | Convenience | Read more | |
| A decent option for budget travelers heading to Otogar or western Antalya. | ||||||
A taxi from Antalya Airport to the city center costs between €11 (TRY 600) and €30 (TRY 1,600) and takes around 20-30 minutes in normal traffic. Central Antalya is around 13-15 km from the airport, with Kaleiçi (Old Town) roughly 15 km away.
Once you’ve collected your luggage, head to the official taxi rank outside Antalya Airport (AYT) arrivals and take the next available yellow taxi. Taxis run 24/7 and take you directly to your hotel, so you can still use one after the tram and regular buses stop for the night.
Cost of a taxi from Antalya Airport to the city
A taxi from Antalya Airport to the city center costs between €11 (TRY 600) and €30 (TRY 1,600), although the final fare depends on your exact destination and traffic. You can check the current tariff on the fare board beside the official airport taxi rank.
Taxis may charge a night surcharge between 00:00 and 06:00, adding around 50% to the daytime meter rate. If you land during these hours, factor the higher fare into your budget.
Antalya Airport taxis are metered rather than charged at a fixed airport rate, so heavy traffic can push up the final fare. The D400 into central Antalya can get particularly busy during the summer season, so both the journey time and price may creep up at peak times.
Plan to pay in cash, as card machines aren’t available in every airport taxi. Turkish lira is the safest option, although some drivers also accept euros or US dollars. If you’d rather pay by card, check with the driver before you get in.
Where do I get a taxi from?
You’ll find the official taxi ranks directly outside the arrivals exits at Antalya Airport, clearly marked with “TAKSİ” signs. Each of the airport’s three passenger terminals (Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and the Domestic Terminal) has its own rank, so there’s no need to walk or shuttle to another terminal.
Once you step outside arrivals, look for the line of yellow taxis and the fare board beside the rank. Official airport drivers also carry airport ID tags, which give you another way to check you’re getting into a licensed airport taxi.
Convenience
Taxis are a reliable option if you want door-to-door transport without booking ahead, particularly with luggage. The main drawback is that summer queues can build at the airport, and metered fares can rise when traffic is heavy.
Useful Tips
Book a trusted, English-speaking driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular taxi
Learn moreThe tram from Antalya Airport to the city center takes around 30 minutes and costs €0.89 (TRY 50). The AntRay T1 line connects the airport with Meydan, central Antalya, the Otogar area, and Fatih, departing from the airport every 15 to 20 minutes.
From the airport stop, follow the signs in the terminal and board a tram heading toward Fatih Duraği for the city center. Central stops include ‘Doğu Garaj’ and ‘İsmetpaşa’.
If you’re traveling from Antalya Airport to Old Town (Kaleiçi), the tram won’t take you right to most hotels inside the historic center. Check your hotel’s location before you travel and plan the final walk or local transport connection from the nearest stop.
Trams run throughout the day, but first and last service times can change, so check the official Antalya Ulaşım website or Antalyakart app for the latest AntRay T1 Fatih-Havalimanı-Expo timetable.
How much is the tram from Antalya Airport to the city center?
The AntRay tram from Antalya Airport to the city center costs €0.75 (TRY 42) with an Antalyakart, or €0.89 (TRY 50) if you tap a contactless bank or credit card at the turnstile. An Antalyakart costs €1.78 (TRY 100), and you can buy and top one up at the machine beside the airport tram stop.
If you’re only using public transport for the airport journey, it may be easier to tap your bank card and go. An Antalyakart is the best option if you plan to use buses and trams throughout your stay, as it gives you the lower fare and eligible free transfers.
The AntRay tram operates from 06:00 to 00:00.
Where do I get the tram from?
The Havalimanı AntRay tram stop is directly outside Terminal 1, a short walk from arrivals. Follow the AntRay tram signs as you leave the terminal, then get on the T1A service toward Fatih for central Antalya.
If you land at Terminal 2, there’s no tram stop directly outside the terminal. You’ll need to take the airport’s free inter-terminal shuttle to the Terminal 1 area first, then walk to the Havalimanı stop. The shuttle runs between Terminal 2 and the Terminal 1/Domestic Terminal area.
Convenience
The AntRay is best if you’re traveling light and staying near the T1 line. It avoids Antalya’s road traffic, but trams can get crowded, and you may need to walk or make another connection to reach your hotel.
Timetables
AntRay Tram
Timetables
Useful Tips
The Havaş shuttle from Antalya Airport to the city center costs €3.90 (TRY 220) and takes around 45 minutes in normal traffic. Central stops along the route include Çallı and Antalya Bus Terminal, before the bus continues west toward Akdeniz University, the Aquarium, and Konyaaltı.
Once you land, head to the Havaş stop outside the terminal and take the next city-bound coach. Departures are timed around domestic flight arrivals rather than running at fixed intervals, so international passengers may have a longer wait.
Havaş uses set stops rather than dropping you at your hotel, so check which stop is closest to your accommodation before you travel. You can find the latest Antalya Airport to Antalya city timetable on the Havaş website.
How much is the shuttle bus from Antalya Airport to the city center?
The Havaş bus from Antalya Airport to the city center costs €3.90 (TRY 220) per passenger. You can buy your ticket at the Havaş desk in arrivals, pay the driver or attendant on the bus, or buy an e-ticket online before you travel.
If you buy your ticket on board, you can pay in Turkish lira or by credit/debit card. For an e-ticket, book through the Havaş website and keep the ticket on your phone to show when you board.
Shuttles align with domestic arrivals, so timetables are subject to change.
Where do I get the Havaş shuttle bus from?
Havaş buses pick up outside the Domestic Terminal and International Terminal 1 at Antalya Airport. Once you’re through Arrivals, follow the airport bus signs outside to the Havaş departure area.
If you land at International Terminal 2, you’ll need to get across to Terminal 1 first, as Havaş doesn’t pick up directly from T2. The airport’s free terminal shuttle runs every 20 minutes, and you can catch it outside Departures.
Convenience
Havaş is handy with larger suitcases because the coaches have a separate luggage compartment. The downside is the schedule: departures are tied to domestic flight arrivals, so you could face a longer wait if the timing doesn’t line up with your flight.
Timetables
Havas Airport Shuttle
Journey Planner
Useful Tips
Antalya’s municipal buses cost €0.89 (TRY 50) per passenger and take around 45-60 minutes to reach the city, depending on traffic. Bus 600 runs to Antalya Intercity Bus Terminal (Otogar) every 30 minutes during the day.
For western Antalya, Bus 800 takes a different route from the airport to Sarısu. Neither bus drops you at your hotel, so it’s worth checking which route gets you closest before you hop on.
At night, the 600G bus operates instead, with limited scheduled runs during late-night hours.
Before traveling, you can check departure times for Antalya Airport buses (Bus 600 and Bus 800) on their official timetables. For real-time updates and live departures across Antalya, download the official Antalyakart app.
How much is the bus from Antalya Airport to Old Town?
The local bus from Antalya Airport costs €0.75 (TRY 42) with a standard Antalyakart or €0.89 (TRY 50) if you pay with a contactless bank or credit card. Just tap your Antalyakart or contactless card on the reader on the bus.
You can also buy a disposable Antalyakart ticket, which costs €0.82 (TRY 46). If you plan to use Antalya’s buses and trams regularly, the Antalyakart is especially useful.
Bus services run between Antalya Airport and the city from 06:30 to 05:00.
Where do I catch the bus?
You can catch Antalya’s municipal buses from Terminal 2 as well as the Terminal 1/Domestic Terminal area, so there’s no need to take the airport shuttle to another terminal first.
Follow the public bus signs once you leave arrivals and check the number displayed on the bus before getting on.
Convenience
The local bus is best for budget travelers or anyone connecting at Antalya Otogar. It’s less suited to large suitcases, and because buses use Antalya’s roads, traffic can make the journey longer than expected.
Timetables
Bus line 600
Timetable
Bus line 800
Timetable
Useful Tips
A pre-booked transfer from Antalya Airport to the city center takes around 20-30 minutes, with prices starting from €23 (TRY 1,290). To book, enter your pickup and destination details, flight number, and passenger and luggage information, then choose your vehicle and pay online.
Your driver tracks your flight and meets you at the airport before taking you straight to your accommodation. And during Antalya’s busy summer season, having your pickup arranged in advance means you can skip the taxi queues that can build when several flights arrive close together.
With Welcome Pickups, your transfer includes:
How much is a private transfer from Antalya Airport to the city center?
A private Welcome Pickups transfer from Antalya Airport to the city center starts from €23 (TRY 1,290), with different vehicle sizes available depending on your group:
You pay the fixed fare securely online when you book, so there’s nothing extra to pay when you arrive. And even if you hit traffic on the way into Antalya, the price stays the same.
Airport transfers are available from Antalya Airport round-the-clock.
Where do I meet my Antalya Airport transfer driver?
You’ll meet your driver at the designated pickup point for your Antalya Airport terminal, with the exact location sent to you before you travel along with your driver’s name, photo, and contact details. Your driver will also contact you on the day via WhatsApp or the Welcome Pickups app to confirm where to meet.
Once you’ve collected your luggage and reached arrivals, head to the pickup point provided. Your driver will meet you there, help with your bags, and take you to your vehicle.
Convenience
A private transfer works well for families, larger groups, or travelers with bulky luggage, as you can book a vehicle that fits your group. You’ll also avoid waiting at the taxi rank during busy summer arrivals.
Useful Tips
Sedan up to 3 passengers
€23Starting from 7.7 EUR / passenger
Minivan up to 8 passengers
€28Starting from 3.5 EUR / passenger
Minibus up to 12 passengers
€34Starting from 2.8 EUR / passenger
Frequently asked questions
How far is Antalya Airport (AYT) from the city center, and how long does the journey take?
Antalya Airport (AYT) is around 13-15 km from central Antalya, with Kaleiçi (Old Town) roughly 15 km away. A taxi or private transfer takes around 20-30 minutes, the AntRay tram takes around 30 minutes, and buses take around 45-60 minutes, depending on the route and traffic.
How much does a taxi cost from Antalya Airport to the city center or Kaleiçi (Old Town)?
A yellow taxi from Antalya Airport to central Antalya costs between €11 (TRY 600) and €30 (TRY 1,600) on the meter, although traffic and your exact destination can push the fare up. There’s no fixed airport rate, so check the fare board outside arrivals and make sure the driver turns on the meter before you set off.
How do you get from Antalya Airport to the city center using the AntRay tram?
Take the AntRay T1 tram toward Fatih to reach central Antalya in around 30 minutes, with services approximately every 15 minutes. You’ll find the Havalimani tram stop outside Terminal 1. If you land at Terminal 2, you’ll need to get across to the Terminal 1 area first. For Kaleiçi, check which central stop leaves you closest to your hotel.
Where do you catch the Havaş airport shuttle bus, and how much is the ticket?
Havaş buses pick up outside the Domestic Terminal and International Terminal 1, and a ticket into Antalya costs €3.90 (TRY 220) per passenger. If you land at Terminal 2, take the free terminal shuttle across to Terminal 1. You can buy your Havaş ticket at the airport desk, online, or on the bus.
Which public bus lines run between Antalya Airport and the main city bus station (Otogar)?
Bus 600 runs directly from Antalya Airport to Antalya Intercity Bus Terminal (Otogar), taking around 45-60 minutes depending on traffic. During the day, buses leave every 30 minutes.
Are there free shuttle services operating at Antalya Airport?
Yes, Antalya Airport runs a free inter-terminal shuttle every 20 minutes between Terminal 2 and the Terminal 1/Domestic Terminal area, with stops outside Departures. It only travels between airport terminals, though, so you can’t use it to get into Antalya city center.
What is the price difference between a yellow taxi, the AntRay tram, and a private transfer from Antalya Airport?
A yellow taxi to central Antalya costs between €11 (TRY 600) and €30 (TRY 1,600), while the AntRay tram costs €0.89 (TRY 50). A Welcome Pickups private transfer starts from €23 (TRY 1,290) for up to four passengers. The tram takes around 30 minutes, compared with roughly 20-30 minutes by road.
How do you travel from Antalya Airport to the city center late at night or during early morning hours?
Taxis and pre-booked private transfers run 24/7 from Antalya Airport, so you can use either after the AntRay stops for the night. Bus 600G also has limited overnight services. Check those times against your flight before relying on the bus.
Is it better to book a private transfer in advance or take a local taxi upon landing at Antalya Airport?
A private transfer works better if you want a fixed fare and have your pickup arranged before you fly. A local taxi doesn’t require a booking, but you’ll pay whatever the meter comes to. Both run 24/7 and usually reach central Antalya in 20-30 minutes, but pre-booking also lets you skip the taxi queue during busy summer arrivals.
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