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How to Get from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Kaleiçi

Antalya Airport (AYT) is 17.3 km north-east of Kaleiçi old town. Depending on traffic and transfer type, the journey takes about 25 minutes by taxi or private transfer and around 45-65 minutes by public transport.

✓ Verified Oct 26, 2026 • 17.3 km road distance

Pre-Booked Private Transfer

Recommended
25 mins •Pre-Booked
€25 - €35 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From International Terminal 2 Arrivals, look for your driver holding a name sign after passport control.
  2. Confirm your booking reference and destination (Kaleiçi hotel or landmark).
  3. Let the driver help with luggage and board the vehicle.
  4. The driver takes the D400 / Havaalanı route into the city, about 25 minutes without heavy traffic.
  5. You are dropped at your accommodation or the nearest accessible point in Kaleiçi.
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Official Airport Taxi

Door-to-Door
25 mins •24/7 at Rank
€16.50 - €20 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Terminal 2 Arrivals and follow signs to the official taxi rank just outside.
  2. Check the fare signboard posted near the rank for the current metered tariff.
  3. Ask the driver before starting whether card payment is possible, then insist on the meter.
  4. Give the driver your Kaleiçi hotel or Hadrian's Gate / Kalekapısı as destination.
  5. The ride takes about 25 minutes without heavy traffic; old town lanes may mean a short walk for the last part.

AntRay Tram T1A to İsmetpaşa

Cheapest
45 mins •Roughly 06:30 to midnight; see timetable
€0.80 / Person (Antalyakart)
Luggage: Hand Luggage Only
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From International Terminal 2 Arrivals, follow signs for the free ring shuttle to Terminal 1 / Domestic Terminal.
  2. At the Terminal 1 / Domestic side, find the AntRay Havalimanı tram stop entrance.
  3. Buy or top up an Antalyakart from the machines (one ride costs 42 TRY).
  4. Board the T1A tram in the direction of Fatih and ride to İsmetpaşa.
  5. Get off at İsmetpaşa and walk downhill about 10-15 minutes to Kaleiçi (Hadrian's Gate / Kalekapısı).

City Bus 800 via Lara to Meydan

Scenic Route
65 mins •About every 50 min, 06:45-23:45
€0.80 / Person (Antalyakart)
Luggage: Little Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Terminal 2 Arrivals, follow signs to the airport bus stops used by lines 400, 600, 600G and 800.
  2. Board city bus 800 in the direction of Meydan via Lara.
  3. Pay with your Antalyakart (42 TRY) or contactless bank card (about 54 TRY) - cash is not reliably accepted.
  4. Stay on the bus past Düden Parkı and TerraCity, then get off at Meydan.
  5. From Meydan walk about 15 minutes to Kaleiçi, or take a short taxi for the last leg.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official taxi rank outside Arrivals and insist the meter is switched on. The metered fare to Kaleiçi should be about 915 TRY (€16.50), so be suspicious of drivers offering fixed prices much higher.
  • Avoid touts inside Arrivals who offer unlicensed taxis or transfers; pre-book with a verified provider or use the official rank.
  • City bus and tram drivers do not reliably accept cash. Buy an Antalyakart at the tram station or Domestic Terminal to avoid contactless bank card surcharges (about 54 TRY vs 42 TRY).
  • If you arrive at International Terminal 2 and want the tram, take the free ring shuttle to Terminal 1/Domestic; do not pay anyone for this shuttle.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take from Antalya Airport to Kaleiçi?

By taxi or private transfer the drive is about 25 minutes without heavy traffic. The AntRay tram takes about 30 to 35 minutes to İsmetpaşa plus a 10-15 minute walk to Kaleiçi.

What is the cheapest way from AYT to Kaleiçi?

Take the AntRay tram T1A from the airport to İsmetpaşa. A single ride costs 42 TRY with an Antalyakart, which is about €0.80.

Are taxis safe at Antalya Airport?

Yes, use the official taxi rank outside Arrivals, check the fare signboard and ask whether the driver accepts card payment before the ride. The metered fare to Kaleiçi is around 915 TRY (€16.50).

How do I get from the international Terminal 2 to the AntRay tram?

All international flights arrive at Terminal 2. Take the free ring shuttle bus from T2 to the Terminal 1/Domestic Terminal side; the Havalimanı tram stop is located there.

Can I pay cash on the airport bus or tram?

Cash is not reliably accepted. Use an Antalyakart (42 TRY) or, on buses, a contactless bank card (about 54 TRY).

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or an official taxi is the easiest door-to-door option, especially because Kaleiçi has narrow partly pedestrian lanes and public transport has limited luggage space.

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