Side is about 67 km by road from Antalya Airport (AYT); a private transfer takes about 65 minutes without traffic and up to 90 minutes at peak times. 4 Seasons Transfer drives you in a non-shared vehicle: the price is per vehicle and fixed at booking, your flight is tracked and your driver meets you at the arrivals exit with a name sign.
Key facts
- Distance: ~67 km by road
- Travel time: ~65 min without traffic, up to 90 min at peak times
- Pick-up: Antalya Airport (AYT)
- Meeting point: name sign at the arrivals exit; no charge for delays
- Child seats: baby and child seats free of charge
- Service: 24/7, every flight
About Side
Side is a coastal town in the Manavgat district, built among the ruins of an ancient city. The Temple of Apollo, the Roman theatre and the ancient harbour are the landmarks of its small peninsula, with the East and West beaches on either side. Surrounding areas such as Kumköy, Sorgun, Titreyengöl and Çolaklı have many family hotels on sandy beaches. It suits history lovers, families and couples.
Highlights
- Side Ancient City and Temple of Apollo
- Side Roman theatre
- East and West beaches
- Side Museum
- Manavgat Waterfall
The route
From the airport the route follows the D400 highway east towards Alanya, past the Aksu, Serik and Belek junctions, and turns off to the coast at the Side junction just before Manavgat.
Arrival & departure tip
Vehicle access within the ancient town of Side is restricted, so for hotels and guesthouses in the centre the drop-off point may be near the car park at the entrance to the old town. Hotels in Kumköy, Sorgun and Çolaklı can be reached right to the door.
Transfers to hotels in Side
- Alba Queen VIP Transfer
- Alba Royal VIP Transfer
- Antalya Airport to Sorgun Transfer
- Club Grand Side VIP Transfer
- Seaden Quality Resort VIP Transfer
- Seaden Valentine VIP Transfer
- Side Crown Palace VIP Transfer
- Side Star Beach VIP Transfer
- Side Star Resort VIP Transfer
How it works
- Book online with date, flight number and hotel/address; the price is shown instantly and fixed.
- You receive a confirmation e-mail and driver details via WhatsApp.
- When you land, your driver waits at the arrivals exit with a sign showing your name. Meeting point and terminal guide →
- You are driven directly to your hotel or address, with no stops on the way.
Antalya Airport to Side transfer: FAQ
How far is Side from Antalya Airport?
About 67 km by road.
How long is the transfer from Antalya Airport to Side?
About 65 minutes without traffic; up to 90 minutes at peak times.
How much is a transfer from Antalya Airport to Side?
The price depends on the vehicle class and is per vehicle, not per person. Current prices are in the table on this page; the price you see when booking is fixed.
What if my flight is delayed?
Your flight is tracked; the driver adjusts to the new landing time and there is no extra charge for delays.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes, baby and child seats are free; just state the ages when booking.
Which area of Side is best to stay in?
Those who want to walk to the ruins and restaurants choose central Side, while travellers looking for all-inclusive hotels on a sandy beach choose Kumköy, Sorgun, Titreyengöl, Kızılağaç or Çolaklı.
Which airport is closest to Side?
The nearest major airport to Side is Antalya Airport (AYT); the road runs east along the Antalya–Alanya highway.
Distances and times are estimates calculated from OpenStreetMap data.
Walking through ancient Side
In Side the ruins are part of the town itself. The road into the old town passes the ancient city gate and the remains of a colonnaded street, and the Side Museum is housed in a restored Roman bath. The Temple of Apollo by the sea is a favourite spot at sunset, and the harbour is the starting point for boat trips along the coast and to the mouth of the Manavgat River. The old town's lanes are lined with shops and restaurants and get especially busy on summer evenings.
Day trips from Side
- Aspendos: one of the best-preserved Roman theatres in the world, near Serik.
- Köprülü Canyon: a national park in the Taurus Mountains, popular for rafting.
- Green Canyon: boat trips on the Oymapınar reservoir.
- Perge: a large ancient city near Aksu, on the way back towards Antalya.
The beach season runs roughly from May to October. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant times for visiting the ancient sites, while July and August are the hottest and busiest months.
Day-trip transfers from Side
Private, non-shared return transfers from your hotel to nearby sights; you choose the return time. Prices from your area and booking on each page.
- Ancient Side
- Manavgat Waterfall – ~12 km, ~25 min
- Green Canyon – ~28 km, ~45 min
- Aspendos – ~35 km, ~35 min
- The Land of Legends – ~49 km, ~50 min
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