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Some travellers on this route stay in guesthouses and small hotels inside the ancient town of Side, but most head for the beach hotels in Kumköy, Evrenseki, Çolaklı, Sorgun and Titreyengöl. The drive can take over an hour, and by public transport it means two changes. For families landing at night and anyone looking for their hotel for the first time, being taken door to door is a clear advantage.
Trip facts
Distance
about 65 km
Average time
55–70 min (depends on traffic)
Bridges and motorways
State motorway tolls included; private roads and tunnels not
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In arrivals, with a name sign
Free waiting
At least 45 minutes, flight tracked
Payment
By card online, with 3D Secure
Today’s starting price
from €45.54
Economy · 5 passengers · per vehicle, taxes included
Updated: November 10, 2026
The journey and the route
Almost the whole route is on the D400 coastal highway. From the airport the car turns east, passes Aksu and Serik, and drops down to the coast at the Side turn-off before reaching Manavgat. The journey of about 65 km takes 55–70 minutes. Çolaklı and Evrenseki come before the turn-off, while Sorgun and Titreyengöl lie east of Side; which side your hotel is on can change the time by about ten minutes.
The stretch around Serik affects the time most. Between June and September it slows down during the day. The Antalya–Alanya Motorway is still under construction and not yet open, so for now the D400 is the only route.
Side’s ancient town and hotel areas
Vehicle access to Selimiye, the neighbourhood inside the ancient town, is restricted. If your hotel is on the peninsula, the car drops you at the nearest point a vehicle can reach; from there it is a short walk on flat but stone-paved streets. Let your hotel know in advance and most will send someone for your bags.
Hotels in Kumköy, Evrenseki, Çolaklı, Sorgun and Titreyengöl have their own entrances off the main streets, and the car drives right up to reception. Many hotels with “Side” in their name are actually in one of these neighbourhoods; adding the neighbourhood name to your booking ensures the driver takes the right turn-off.
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Close by when you stay in Side
Temple of Apollo
The columns at the tip of the peninsula beside the harbour, a walk from the entrance to the ancient town.
Manavgat town centre
The nearest town to Side, with the hospital, large supermarkets and the weekly market.
Manavgat Waterfall
On the river north of the town centre, reachable from Side by dolmuş.
Side by bus and minibus
There is no direct municipal line from the airport to Side. First you take the AntRay tram or bus 600 to Antalya’s intercity bus station (otogar), where minibuses for Side and Manavgat depart. If the minibus drops you on the main road or in Manavgat, you still need a dolmuş (shared minibus) or taxi to your hotel.
With the changes, this journey easily takes more than two hours, and because the bus station is at the other end of the city, it starts by going the wrong way. A private transfer is for those who want to be at their hotel within an hour of landing and for late-evening arrivals; minibus services thin out at night.
The trip back
Plan the trip back from Side to the airport around the longest likely drive time. For daytime flights in summer it is safe to leave your hotel four hours before an international departure and three hours before a domestic one. For flights between midnight and 06:00 the D400 is empty and you can leave half an hour later. If you are staying in the ancient town, add the time it takes to walk to the car park.
Transfer Vehicle Options
Offers are made per vehicle class, and each states its passenger and luggage capacity. The price is per vehicle, not per person.
Economy
Mercedes Vito or similar
The best value for solo travellers, couples and small families.
Minivan
VIP Mercedes Vito or similar
Late-model, with a luxury VIP interior, TV and room for luggage; for families and small groups.
Minibus
Mercedes Sprinter or similar
For larger groups, crews and trips with a lot of luggage.
Premium
Mercedes S-Class or similar
An upper-class car and driver for business trips and special days.
Other transfers from this airport
- Antalya Airport to Lara Transfer
~15 km · 20–30 min
- Antalya Airport to Antalya City Centre Transfer
~13 km · 20–30 min
- Antalya Airport to Belek Transfer
~32 km · 30–40 min
- Antalya Airport to Kemer Transfer
~55 km · 50–65 min
- Antalya Airport to Alanya Transfer
~125 km · 100–130 min
- Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport to Alanya Transfer
~40 km · 35–50 min
- Airport guide: Antalya Airport Transfer
Transfer FAQ
How much is a transfer from Antalya Airport to Side?
The current starting price is on this page and is refreshed every day. The price is per vehicle and the amount you see when booking does not change.
How long does it take to get from Antalya Airport to Side?
The journey of about 65 km takes 55–70 minutes. On summer days the stretch through Serik can push it past an hour.
Can I pay the driver?
No. There is no paying in the car on this route; payment is taken online by card when you book.
My hotel is in Kumköy (or Çolaklı, Evrenseki, Sorgun). Is it the same route?
These neighbourhoods are part of the Side area. Enter your hotel’s name and neighbourhood as the destination; the price is calculated for that address and the driver leaves the D400 at the right turn-off.
Can I take this transfer to Manavgat as well?
Manavgat town centre is a few kilometres beyond the Side turn-off. Enter your Manavgat address as the destination and you will see the current price on the booking screen.
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