How to Get from Antalya Airport to Alanya

Alanya is served by two airports. Antalya Airport (AYT) is the region's main international hub, with year-round flights from across Europe, Russia, the Middle East and beyond. It is large, modern and well connected, but it lies roughly 125 km west of Alanya, meaning a transfer of around two hours.

Gazipasa-Alanya Airport (GZP) is much smaller and sits only about 40 km east of Alanya, a drive of roughly 45 minutes to an hour. GZP handles fewer routes, mostly seasonal charter and limited scheduled flights, so availability and price vary.

If you can find a convenient, well-priced flight into GZP, it dramatically shortens your ground journey. If not, AYT usually offers more choice and frequency, with the trade-off of a longer transfer to Alanya.

From AYT the drive to Alanya runs east along the D400 coastal highway, passing resort areas such as Belek, Side and Manavgat before reaching Alanya. In free-flowing traffic the trip takes around two hours, but it can stretch longer during peak summer weekends, holidays and the late-afternoon rush.

The road is generally good quality dual carriageway for much of the way, with scenic sea and mountain views. Allow extra time in July and August, when the coast is busiest, and factor in a comfort stop on longer transfers.

Because the distance is significant, your choice of transport matters more here than for closer resorts. Comfort, luggage space and door-to-door convenience become especially valuable after a long flight.

Gazipasa-Alanya Airport lies east of Alanya, and the drive into the town centre typically takes about 45 minutes to an hour, covering roughly 40 km. The route winds along the coast with attractive Mediterranean scenery and is far shorter than the AYT journey.

Because GZP is compact, walking from the plane to the exit is quick, and crowds are usually lighter than at AYT. This makes it a relaxed arrival point if your flight schedule and budget allow.

The main limitation is flight choice: GZP serves fewer destinations and airlines, with strong seasonality. Always compare total cost and timing, including the transfer, rather than just the airfare, when deciding between the two airports.

Several ways connect the airports to Alanya. Public buses and the Antalya HavaS shuttle network serve AYT, often requiring a change in central Antalya or Antalya's main bus station (otogar) before boarding an intercity coach east to Alanya. This is the cheapest option but the slowest, with transfers, waiting and luggage handling.

Intercity coaches between Antalya otogar and Alanya are frequent and comfortable, yet you still need to reach the otogar from the airport first. Local taxis are available but, over 125 km, metered fares can become expensive and unpredictable.

A pre-booked private airport transfer is a popular middle ground: a fixed price per vehicle, a driver waiting at arrivals, and a direct, door-to-door ride. It removes the guesswork from a long journey, especially with children, late flights or lots of luggage.

Pricing depends mainly on distance, vehicle type and time of day. Public transport is the lowest-cost route but involves multiple legs and tickets, so the saving comes at the expense of time and convenience.

Private transfers are usually priced as a fixed fare per vehicle rather than per person, which can be good value for families and groups who split the cost. Fares scale with distance and vehicle size, so a longer AYT-to-Alanya run costs more than a short GZP transfer; private transfers to the closest areas can start from around fifteen euros, while a full AYT-Alanya trip is naturally higher.

Avoid relying on unmetered street taxis without an agreed price. A reputable transfer service should confirm the total in advance, track your flight, and let you pay the driver, so there are no surprises after a long day of travel.

If you find an affordable, conveniently timed flight into Gazipasa (GZP), it is often the easiest path to Alanya thanks to the short 40 km transfer. You arrive close to your hotel and spend less time on the road.

If the best flights, prices or schedules point to Antalya Airport (AYT), it remains a perfectly good choice, just plan for the longer roughly two-hour transfer and book your onward transport in advance. A pre-arranged private transfer with meet and greet, flight tracking and 24/7 WhatsApp booking is a stress-free way to handle the distance.

For most travellers the decision comes down to flight availability and total price, including ground transport. Compare both airports door to door before booking, rather than airfare alone.