How to Get from Kayseri Erkilet Airport (ASR) to Erciyes Ski Resort

Kayseri Erkilet Airport (ASR) is 32 km north of Erciyes Ski Resort, so the drive takes about 33 minutes without traffic. By public transport the trip takes roughly 75–90 minutes including a city-centre transfer and a winter ski bus.

✓ Verified Oct 27, 2026 • 32 km road distance

Private Transfer (Door-to-Door)

Recommended

33 mins •Pre-Booked, Meets Your Flight

€40 - €50 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: Ski & Snowboard Gear Space

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit the arrivals hall and look for your driver holding a name sign at the arrivals meeting point.
Confirm the vehicle has space for ski bags and snowboards before loading.
Board the pre-booked vehicle and give the driver your accommodation name at Erciyes (Tekir Kapı or main base).
Keep your booking confirmation and emergency contact number until you reach your hotel.
The driver should drop you at the resort entrance or your accommodation; ask about return pickup in advance.

Kiwitaxi

✓ Fixed Price • Meet & Greet at Exit

Book Fixed-Price Transfer

Official Airport Taxi

Fastest

33 mins •Available 24/7 at the Rank

€39 - €47 (Metered, Per Vehicle)

Luggage: 2-3 Bags; Confirm Ski Gear Space

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit the arrivals hall and follow signs to the official taxi rank outside the terminal.
Ask the driver to switch on the meter; it should start at 75 TRY plus 65 TRY per km.
Confirm either card payment or have TRY cash ready before the ride starts.
Give the driver the destination 'Erciyes Kayak Merkezi' or your hotel/base at Tekir Kapı.
At the resort, ask for a receipt if you need to claim expenses or check the meter total.

City Bus + Winter Ski Bus (No Direct Bus)

Cheapest

80 mins •Check kayseriulasim.com / Winter Only

€0.90 City Bus + Ski Bus Fare

Luggage: Limited Space

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit arrivals and find the Kayseri Ulaşım city bus stop outside the terminal or on the main road; do not use cash on board.
Tap your Kart38 or contactless bank card for the 48 TRY full fare (about €0.90).
Ride about 20 minutes to the Cumhuriyet Meydanı / Mustafa Kemal Paşa Bulvarı area in Kayseri centre.
Walk or take a short taxi to the Kaleönü area and board the ski-season bus to Erciyes Tekir Kapı if it is running; confirm at kayseriulasim.com or with Erciyes A.Ş.
Get off at Erciyes Tekir Kapı base; if the ski bus is not running, continue by taxi from Kayseri centre.

Kayseri Erkilet Airport Deals

Compare all terminal car rental desks with free 48h cancellation.

Small

Medium

Large

Compare Terminal Car Prices

Landing in Turkey?

Skip expensive airport SIM kiosks. Activate a 5G eSIM on your phone in 2 minutes before takeoff.

Get Turkey eSIM

Was your flight delayed or cancelled?

In some cases passengers are entitled to compensation. AirHelp checks your flight for free and only charges a fee if they win your claim.

Check my rights for free

⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

Use the official taxi rank and make sure the meter starts at 75 TRY; ignore drivers who quote inflated fixed prices.
Do not accept transport from touts inside the terminal offering 'Erciyes transfer' — book a private transfer in advance or use the official rank.
City buses only accept Kart38 or a contactless bank card; never pay cash to someone at the airport stop.
Confirm card payment with the taxi driver before leaving; if they refuse, have TRY cash or use a pre-booked transfer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a direct bus from Kayseri Airport to Erciyes Ski Resort?

No verified public bus runs directly from the airport to Erciyes. In winter you can take a city bus to Kayseri centre and then a ski-season bus from Kaleönü, otherwise use a taxi or pre-booked private transfer.

How long is the drive from Kayseri Erkilet Airport to Erciyes?

The road distance is about 32 km and the drive typically takes 33 minutes without heavy traffic. Snow or ski-season traffic can add time.

How much is a taxi from Kayseri Airport to Erciyes?

Expect roughly €39–€47 per vehicle on the meter, depending on exact route and waiting time. Insist the meter starts at 75 TRY and confirm card payment before the ride.

What is the cheapest way to get to Erciyes from the airport?

The cheapest public option is a Kayseri Ulaşım city bus to the centre for €0.90, then the winter ski-season bus; ski-bus fares are not published and must be confirmed.

Can I pay the city bus with cash?

No, Kayseri city buses do not accept cash. You need a Kart38 transport card or a contactless bank card to tap on board.

More transfers from Kayseri Erkilet Airport (ASR)

Kayseri City Centre · 7.1 km Kayseri Bus Terminal · 12.6 km Avanos · 68 km Ürgüp · 69.7 km Göreme · 78.1 km Uçhisar · 82.3 km