Antalya · Türkiye
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Antalya Airport is located approximately 13 kilometres east of Antalya city centre on the Mediterranean coast of Türkiye. The airport consists of two separate international terminals (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) and a connected Domestic Terminal. It acts as the primary international arrival point for travellers visiting Antalya and the surrounding coastal region.
Terminals
- Terminal 1
- Handles international flights year-round and is physically connected to the Domestic Terminal.
- Terminal 2
- Handles additional international and seasonal charter flights, located approximately 2 kilometres south of Terminal 1.
- Domestic Terminal
- Handles all domestic flights within Türkiye and shares a building complex with Terminal 1.
Arriving
Arrivals follow a standard international process through passport control, baggage reclaim, and customs before entering the public arrivals hall.
- Deplane via jet bridge or airside bus transfer to the arrivals section of your terminal.
- Proceed to passport control; ensure valid entry visa or e-Visa if required for your nationality prior to queuing.
- Pass through border control to the baggage reclaim area and check overhead monitors for your designated belt.
- Clear customs via the green channel if you have nothing to declare, or the red channel if carrying goods over duty-free limits.
- Exit into the public arrivals hall where currency exchange, ATMs, transport kiosks, and SIM card providers are situated.
Getting to the city
Train
Antray Light Rail (Tram)
Tram line T1A connects Terminal 1 and the Domestic Terminal directly to the city centre (İsmetpaşa station) and the main bus station (Otogar).
- Time:
- roughly 45-55 minutes
- Typical cost:
- typically under 30 TRY (requires AntalyaKart or contactless card)
Bus
Municipal Bus (Bus 600 / 800)
Bus 600 runs between the airport terminals and Otogar (bus terminal). Bus 800 connects the airport to the Lara coastal neighbourhood.
- Time:
- roughly 45-60 minutes
- Typical cost:
- typically low public transit fare
Bus
Havaş Airport Bus Shuttle
Airport shuttle service operating between the airport and 5M Migros shopping centre via key central drop-off points.
- Time:
- roughly 45-60 minutes
- Typical cost:
- typically moderate regional bus fare
Taxi
Taxi
Official yellow taxis operate 24/7 outside the arrival exits of Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and the Domestic Terminal.
- Time:
- roughly 25-40 minutes
- Typical cost:
- variable by taximeter or official zone tariff
Connections & transfers
Transferring between international terminals or from international to domestic requires moving landside between buildings.
- Terminal 1 and the Domestic Terminal share an interconnected building and can be walked between directly.
- Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are separate buildings approximately 2 kilometres apart.
- Inter-terminal transfers between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are accessible via local taxi, public bus, or short walk along the access road.
- Allow extra time for passport control and security re-screening when connecting between international and domestic flights.
Wi-Fi & staying connected
Wireless internet is accessible across terminal buildings via hotspot login.
- Free Wi-Fi access is available for a limited duration per device.
- Registration typically requires receiving an SMS verification code or scanning a passport at an airport Wi-Fi kiosk.
- Mobile SIM provider desks are located in the arrivals hall for purchasing local data SIMs.
Money, cards & tipping
Banking and foreign exchange infrastructure is available in both arrival halls and departure zones.
- ATMs accepting major international bank cards are situated in arrivals and departures areas of all terminals.
- Currency exchange desks operate in the arrivals hall for exchanging major foreign currencies into Turkish Lira (TRY).
- Contactless card payments are widely accepted across urban public transport, shops, and taxis in Antalya.
Food & drink
Food and beverage options are located both before and after security screening.
- Arrival halls contain basic cafes and takeaway beverage options.
- Airside departures areas feature quick-service eateries, international chains, and sit-down dining options.
- Services in Terminal 2 may scale down during the off-peak winter season.
Lounges & rest
Paid-entry and airline-affiliated CIP lounges are available in the terminals.
- CIP Lounges operate airside in Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and the Domestic Terminal.
- Access can be purchased at the door or booked via eligible lounge membership programs.
- Lounges provide seating, light refreshments, Wi-Fi, and flight status displays.
Airport hotels
There are no transit hotels inside the secure airside area, but numerous accommodation options exist nearby.
- Several hotels are located along the main airport road within 2 to 5 kilometres of the terminals.
- Resort hotels in Lara and central city hotels in Kaleiçi are accessible within 20 to 40 minutes by taxi or transfer.
- Arrangements for nearby hotels can be made via transfer desks in the arrivals hall.
Baggage & customs
Baggage claim and luggage support services operate in all terminal arrival areas.
- Baggage carousels are clearly assigned by flight number on arrival hall display monitors.
- Lost and Found desks are operated by aircraft ground handling companies (such as TGS, Çelebi, or Havaş) inside the reclaim area.
- Luggage wrapping services are available in the departure check-in concourses.
Family & accessibility
Standard family facilities are provided throughout the public and passenger areas.
- Baby care and nursing rooms equipped with changing tables are situated near restrooms in all terminals.
- Stroller access is available throughout the main concourses via elevators and ramps.
Facilities
- ATMs
- Currency Exchange
- Information Desks
- Car Rental Desks
- Tax Refund (Customs Office)
- Pharmacy
- Baby Care Rooms
- Medical Services
Emergency & safety
Local emergency number: 112 (National Emergency Number for Türkiye).
- The universal emergency phone number in Türkiye is 112 for medical, police, and fire services.
- 24/7 medical rooms and first-aid staff are available within the airport terminal complexes.
- If you lose your passport, contact your country's embassy or consulate in Türkiye and inform airport police.
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.
- Antalya Airport Official WebsiteOfficial airport source
- Republic of Türkiye Official e-Visa PortalGovernment source
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade - CustomsGovernment source
- Antalya Metropolitan Municipality Public TransportOfficial transit source
- Havaş Airport Transportation ServicesOfficial transit source
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of HealthGovernment source
Guide last reviewed October 27, 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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Airport Wi-Fi is slow, time-limited and not private. A travel eSIM activates before you fly, so maps, ride-hailing and your booking emails work the second you switch off airplane mode.
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