İzmir · Türkiye
İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is located approximately 18 km south of İzmir city centre in the Gaziemir district. The airport comprises separate domestic and international terminal buildings connected by covered walkways. It serves as the main gateway to the Turkish Aegean region for both regular scheduled services and seasonal charter flights.
Terminals
- International Terminal
- Domestic Terminal
Arriving
International arrivals follow a standard flow from the gate corridor through passport control, baggage collection, and customs into the public concourse.
- Follow arrivals signage along the gate concourse to the central passport control hall.
- Present your passport along with any required electronic visa (e-Visa) or visa-exemption documents at immigration.
- Proceed to the baggage reclaim area and locate your flight on the carousel displays.
- Pass through customs, selecting the Green Channel if you have no goods exceeding duty-free allowances, or the Red Channel to declare items.
- Exit into the public arrivals hall where ATMs, mobile operator kiosks, car rental desks, and transport stops are located.
Getting to the city
Train
Commuter Rail (İZBAN)
The airport rail station connects directly to both terminals, providing regular services towards central İzmir (Alsancak station and Hilal for metro connections).
- Time:
- roughly 25-30 minutes to Alsancak
- Typical cost:
- typically 25-50 TRY
Bus
Airport Shuttle Bus (HAVAŞ)
Dedicated shuttle coaches run from outside arrivals to key central districts including Alsancak and Karşıyaka.
- Time:
- roughly 30-45 minutes depending on traffic
- Typical cost:
- typically 100-160 TRY
Bus
Public Bus (ESHOT)
Municipal buses (routes 200, 202, and 204) operate between the airport and various municipal transport nodes, including the intercity bus terminal.
- Time:
- roughly 40-50 minutes to main hubs
- Typical cost:
- typically 15-30 TRY
Taxi
Taxi
Official yellow taxis operate 24 hours a day directly outside the arrival exits. Fares are calculated using a taximeter.
- Time:
- roughly 25-40 minutes to the city centre
- Typical cost:
- typically 350-600 TRY
Connections & transfers
Transferring between flights takes place within the linked terminal complex.
- Passengers transferring from international flights to domestic flights must pass passport control and customs before entering domestic departures.
- If your luggage is checked through to your final destination, confirm this with your airline prior to disembarking.
- Passengers moving between domestic flights can remain airside or follow connecting flight signs.
- Allow at least 60 to 90 minutes for international-to-domestic flight connections.
Wi-Fi & staying connected
Free Wi-Fi is available across both terminal buildings through SMS verification or airport kiosks.
- Select the official airport Wi-Fi network on your device.
- Authenticate by receiving a SMS verification code on your mobile phone number.
- If your phone cannot receive international SMS, scan your passport at the physical Wi-Fi kiosks in the terminal to obtain an access code.
- Access is provided free of charge for a set duration, typically 1 to 2 hours per session.
Money, cards & tipping
Banking facilities, cash machines, and currency exchange services are available in both arrival zones.
- ATMs accepting major international debit and credit cards are situated in the public landside arrivals area.
- Currency exchange desks operate 24 hours in the international arrivals hall.
- The official currency is the Turkish Lira (TRY).
- Payment cards are accepted across most terminal outlets, shuttle buses, and taxis, though carrying small amounts of cash is helpful.
Food & drink
Dining choices are available both landside and airside in both terminals.
- Landside arrival and departure areas feature cafes and light snack options.
- Airside food courts in both terminals provide local dishes, international fast food, and coffee chains.
- 24-hour food and beverage options are available in the departure concourses.
- Dietary options adhering to halal standards are standard throughout all outlets.
Lounges & rest
Lounges are located in the departure areas of both terminals for eligible passengers or pay-per-use entry.
- Comfort Lounge in the International Terminal offers seating, refreshments, Wi-Fi, and flight monitors.
- Turkish Airlines operates a dedicated lounge in the Domestic Terminal for eligible passengers.
- Pay-per-use entry can be purchased at the lounge entrance subject to space availability.
- Lounge operating times align with scheduled flight departures.
Airport hotels
On-site and nearby accommodation options cater to layovers and early departures.
- TAV Airport Hotel İzmir is located within the terminal structure, offering full night stays and short hourly rates.
- Several commercial hotels operate in the Gaziemir district within a 5-10 minute drive of the airport.
- Central İzmir hotels in Alsancak or Konak are accessible within 30 minutes via train or taxi.
- Reservations can be made online or arranged at travel desks in the arrivals concourse.
Baggage & customs
Baggage reclaim carousels, lost property assistance, and luggage services are located on the arrivals level.
- Flight numbers are displayed above each reclaim carousel in the arrivals hall.
- Left luggage and luggage storage services are available landside in the arrivals area.
- Luggage wrapping services operate in the departure halls before check-in.
- Report damaged or missing luggage immediately at the relevant airline ground handler desk near the carousels.
Family & accessibility
Facilities for travellers with infants and children are located across both terminals.
- Baby care rooms with changing tables and private feeding areas are available near main rest rooms.
- Strollers are permitted up to the boarding gate for departing flights.
- Children's play zones are situated in the airside departure lounges.
- Priority assistance at security checks is generally available for families with pushchairs.
Facilities
- ATMs and Currency Exchange
- Wi-Fi Kiosks
- Luggage Storage
- Duty-Free Shops
- Prayer Rooms (Mescit)
- First Aid Station
- Car Rental Desks
- Designated Smoking Terraces
Emergency & safety
Local emergency number: National emergency: 112. 24/7 medical room inside the airport.
- Dial 112 for all medical, police, or fire emergencies across Türkiye.
- A 24-hour medical room operates within the airport terminal complex for urgent health issues.
- For lost passports or travel documents, inform the airport police office located in the landside terminal area and contact your national consulate.
Before you leave home
- Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
- Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
- Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
- Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
- Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
- Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
- Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
- Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.
Official sources
Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.
- İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport Official WebsiteOfficial airport source
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign AffairsGovernment source
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade - CustomsGovernment source
- ESHOT General Directorate - İzmir Public TransportOfficial transit source
- İZBAN Commuter Rail Official SiteOfficial transit source
- HAVAŞ Airport Shuttle ServicesOfficial transit source
Guide last reviewed October 28, 2026
Airport information can change. Verify terminal assignments, schedules, fares, entry requirements and operating hours with the official provider before travel.
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