Side Airport Transfer: Antalya Airport to Side by Private Car
Side combines two holidays in one: a lively old town built on a Roman peninsula, and long sandy beaches lined with resort hotels on both sides of it. Most visitors fly into Antalya Airport (AYT), about an hour to the west. A private transfer is the simplest way to cover that hour, especially when you arrive late or with children.
The route
From the airport, your driver follows the D400 main road east, past the turn-offs for Belek and Serik, crosses the Köprüçay river and continues towards Manavgat. The distance to Side is about 65 km and the drive usually takes around an hour. In July and August, and on summer weekends, allow up to 80 minutes.
Price
The fixed fare from Antalya Airport to Side is €65 per vehicle. The same price applies to the whole Side area: Kumköy, Çolaklı, Evrenseki, Titreyengöl, Sorgun and Manavgat town. It covers a private Mercedes Vito for up to 6 passengers with 6 large suitcases, airport fees and 60 minutes of free waiting after landing. For a family or two couples sharing, that is a small amount per person – and it is the price of the car, not of each seat.
Which part of Side are you staying in?
- Kumköy – just west of the old town; hotels within walking distance of the centre.
- Çolaklı and Evrenseki – further west, with many large all-inclusive resorts.
- Side old town – boutique hotels on the peninsula, which is largely pedestrianised.
- Sorgun and Titreyengöl – east of the old town, quieter resorts among pine woods.
Type your hotel’s name in the search form and the price and pickup are calculated for the exact location.
Meeting your driver
Enter your flight number when booking. We follow the flight and adjust to the actual landing time. After passport control and baggage reclaim, your driver waits in the arrivals hall with your name on a sign. Child seats are free if requested in the booking notes.
Going back
For an international flight, leave Side about three hours before departure: an hour on the road and the rest for check-in and security. If you have a choice of airports, note that Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport is around 108 km from Side, so Antalya is usually the more convenient option.
Booking
Search “Antalya Airport” to your hotel on the booking form. Choosing “Return” adds the trip back to the airport in the same payment, with a discount on the return leg. For a comparison with taxis, see Side taxi service; for resort-specific advice, see Side resort transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the transfer from Antalya Airport to Side?
About 65 km, usually around an hour; up to 80 minutes in peak traffic.
How much does it cost?
€65 per vehicle for up to 6 passengers, one way.
Is Manavgat the same price as Side?
Yes, both are €65 from Antalya Airport.
Can you drive into Side old town?
The old town is largely pedestrianised. For hotels inside it, the driver stops as close as vehicle access allows.
