Side Taxi Service: Airport Taxi or Fixed-Price Transfer?
Side is about an hour from Antalya Airport. On a journey of that length, the way the fare is calculated matters more than on a short city trip. This page compares the airport taxi rank with a pre-booked private transfer, so you can decide before you fly.
Taxis from the rank
Licensed taxis wait outside the terminals at Antalya Airport. They charge by the meter, so the fare to Side depends on the route and the traffic and is paid at the end of the trip. Taxis are usually saloon cars with room for four passengers and limited luggage space. At busy times, especially on summer weekends, there may be a queue.
Pre-booked transfers
An Airlinel transfer to Side costs a fixed €65 for the vehicle, agreed and paid before you travel. The vehicle is a Mercedes Vito that seats 6 and carries 6 large suitcases. Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a sign; we track your flight and the first 60 minutes after landing are free.
Which is better for you?
- Couple with hand luggage, daytime arrival: a taxi is a reasonable option if you are comfortable with a metered fare.
- Family or group of 3–6: the fixed €65 per vehicle is usually better value per person, and everyone fits in one car.
- Late-night arrival: a pre-booked car means no queue and no fare discussions when you are tired.
- Travelling with children: child seats are free with a transfer; taxis rarely have them.
Getting around Side itself
Within Side, taxis are handy for short hops between your hotel and the old town or Manavgat. Bear in mind that the old town on the peninsula is largely pedestrianised, so taxis and transfers stop at its edge. For longer outings – the Manavgat waterfall, Aspendos or Alanya – a pre-booked car at a fixed price is more comfortable.
How to book
Enter Antalya Airport and your Side hotel on the booking form and pay online by card. All fares for the region are on the rates page. A detailed walk-through is on booking a Side airport transfer.
How we make sure your driver is there
An hour’s drive after a long flight is only relaxing if you can trust that the car will be there. This page describes, step by step, what we do to make sure your Side transfer works – and what to do in the rare case that something goes wrong.
Before the trip
Your booking is confirmed as soon as you pay. The confirmation email contains your booking reference, the route, the pickup time and the fixed price – €65 per vehicle from Antalya Airport to Side. There is no second approval step.
Please make sure the flight number is correct. It is the key to everything that follows.
On the day
- Flight tracking. We check the real landing time of your flight. Delays, early arrivals and diversions are handled automatically.
- Meeting point. Your driver waits in the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name.
- Free waiting. The first 60 minutes after landing are included. That covers most passport and baggage delays, even in peak season.
- The right car. Every Antalya-region transfer uses a Mercedes Vito with 6 seats and room for 6 large suitcases; the booking form checks your group size against it.
- Direct route. About 65 km along the D400 to Side, without stops for other passengers.
- Drop-off. At your hotel entrance, with help unloading luggage. For hotels inside the pedestrianised old town, the driver stops as close as vehicle access allows.
On the way home
The driver collects you from your hotel entrance at the agreed time. For an international flight we suggest leaving Side about three hours before departure.
If something changes
The Antalya office is reachable around the clock for transfers on +90 242 212 04 30 and at [email protected]. If we ever have to cancel a confirmed transfer ourselves, for example in severe weather, you can choose a full refund or a new time at no extra cost.
Why reliability matters more for Side
Side is one of the further resort areas from Antalya Airport. Package-holiday coaches serving it often call at many hotels on the way, and a missed connection is hard to fix at midnight. A pre-booked private car removes that risk.
Ready to book? Use the search form. To learn more about the drivers, see Side professional drivers; for the full route overview, see Side airport transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a taxi cheaper than a transfer to Side?
It depends on the meter and the traffic. For three or more people the fixed €65 per vehicle is usually cheaper per person.
Can I pay the transfer in cash?
No, transfers are paid online by card when you book.
How many people fit in the Vito?
Up to 6 passengers with 6 large suitcases.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. For urgent same-day requests call +90 242 212 04 30.
Do you operate night transfers to Side?
Yes, around the clock at the same fare.
What if I can’t find my driver?
Call the number in your confirmation email and the office will put you in touch.
Does traffic change the price?
No. The €65 fare is fixed.
What if my flight is diverted to another airport?
Contact the office as soon as possible; we will work out a solution with you.
