The fascinating city of Izmir has a rich history that dates back to the Greeks and Romans. You won’t want to miss the amazing historical sites such as the Roman Agora of Smyrna, Velvet Castle or the hilltop Kadifekale during your stay. Izmir is the perfect destination for history and culture lovers alike.
To get from Izmir airport to the city centre, you have three options; taxi, bus or train. Taking an Izmir airport taxi or private car is the most convenient transfer option as it takes around 36 minutes to reach Izmir and costs €4 (43 TRY). Another fast transfer is the Izban train, which takes just 30 minutes to reach the city centre and costs €1 (9 TRY). A great budget option is the Havas bus, which costs €1.50 (16 TRY) one-way and takes 45 minutes to reach Izmir city centre.
4 options to go from Izmir Airport to city center
OPTION | PRIX | TEMPS | DISPONIBILITÉ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Welcome Pickups Private Transfer | €23 | 32min | 24/7 | Convenience | Réserver | |
| If your plane is delayed, your driver will receive live updates on your arrival time so that they can be there waiting for you no matter what time you land. | ||||||
Taxi | €1.70 | 32min | 24/7 | Convenience | Réserver | |
| Taxis in Izmir are extremely cheap, so even if you're traveling on a budget, taking a taxi could be a great transfer option for you. | ||||||
Bus | €0.80 | 45min | 00:30–23:00 | Convenience | Lire plus | |
| If you're traveling with a lot of luggage, we suggest taking the Havas bus rather than the Eshot public bus as they have more storage space. | ||||||
Train | €0.40 | 50min | 00:04–23:40 | Convenience | Lire plus | |
| Although taking the train is a great budget option, it's not the most comfortable. So, if you're traveling with 3 or 4 other people, you can split the cost of a taxi and pay the same price as the train. | ||||||
The most comfortable and only direct way to travel from Izmir airport to the city centre or your hotel is by taking an Izmir airport taxi. The total journey time is just 36 minutes and taxis are available 24/7 at the airport.
Taxi fare from Izmir airport to Izmir city centre
The local taxis at Izmir airport don’t use a taximeter, nor do they have a set-rate fare for the journey into the city centre. Instead, your driver will determine the rate based on your exact destination. The average fare from Izmir airport to Izmir city centre is around €4 (43 TRY), however, you can haggle this price if you feel comfortable.
Des taxis sont disponibles 24 h/24 et 7 j/7 à l'aéroport d'Izmir
Where do I get it from?
You can easily spot the taxis outside of Izmir airport at both the Domestic and International Terminals. They will be in a long line to the side of the arrivals hall exit doors and clearly marked by signs.
Convenience
Taking a taxi is the only way to get directly from the door of Izmir airport to the door of your hotel. Taking a private taxi is not only extremely comfortable, but it also eliminates the need to wait around for public transport or drag your luggage through bus and train stations.
Conseils pratiques
There are multiple bus options when it comes to travelling from Izmir airport to the city centre. You can take the Havas bus which is comfortable, quick and modern, or you can take the Eshot public bus lines 200, 202 or 204, which are slower and often crowded. The Havas bus costs just €1.50 (16 TRY) one-way and takes 45 minutes to reach the city centre.
How much is the bus from Izmir airport to Izmir city centre?
The cost of the Havas bus is €1.50 (16 TRY) one-way, you can purchase your tickets inside the airport before entering the bus. The public Eshot buses cost €0.30 (3 TRY) one-way. You must purchase your tickets from the driver using change in the local currency.
Le bus Havas est disponible de 00 h 30 à 23 h 00.
Where do I get it from?
The buses stop right in front of the airport office, simply follow the signs for ‘Transport’ and then step outside the airport once you reach the main airport office. The Havas bus is large, like a coach, the Eshot public buses are much smaller and have no storage underneath.
Convenience
Although it’s available practically 24 hours a day, taking a bus from Izmir airport to Izmir city centre is the slowest mode of transportation. If you choose to take the public Eshot bus, you also won’t have anywhere to store your luggage, so you will need to travel light. Once in Izmir, you will need to find alternate transportation to reach your hotel.
Horaires
Bus Havas
Bus public Eshot
Conseils pratiques
Taking the Izban train from Izmir airport to the city centre is not only fast, but it’s also cheap. If you’re travelling light and on a budget, this could be a great transfer option for you. The total journey time is around 30 minutes and a one-way ticket costs just €1 (9 TRY).
How much is the train from Izmir airport to Izmir city centre?
You can’t purchase a single ticket for the Izban train, you will need to purchase a ‘3-5 Bilet’, which comes loaded with 2, 3 or 5 train rides. The cost of a 2 ride train ticket is €1 (9 TRY). You can purchase this in the airport before you get to the train from the automatic ticket machines.
Les trains Izban circulent tous les jours de 00 h 04 à 23 h 40.
Where do I get it from?
The above-ground airport train station is located directly in front of the Domestic Terminal. If you land in the International Terminal, you will need to make the 10-minute walk to the Domestic Terminal first.
Convenience
Taking the train is quick and has a short waiting time. However, there’s not much luggage space available, so you will need to travel light. Plus, once you arrive in Izmir city centre, you will need to find alternate transportation to get to your hotel, adding time and cost to your journey.
Horaires
Train Izban
Conseils pratiques
Réservez les services d'un chauffeur de confiance, parlant anglais, pour le même prix qu'un taxi standard
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Comment se rendre de l'aéroport d'Izmir au centre-ville ?
There are three ways to get from Izmir airport to the city centre; taxi, bus or train. Taking an Izmir airport taxi or private car takes just 36 minutes to reach Izmir and costs around €4 (43 TRY). Taking the Havas bus is a slower option, but cheaper. It takes around 45 minutes to get from Izmir airport to Izmir city centre and costs €1.50 (16 TRY). The Izban train is another quick transfer option as it takes just 30 minutes and costs €1 (9 TRY).
Fern Coll
Fern is originally from England, but her love of travel led her to lay roots in Mexico. She’s a business owner and published author with a passion for storytelling. Fern specialises in travel content, helping brands connect with audiences through engaging writing.
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