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23.2 km • ~22 mins

How to Get from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Akçaabat

Trabzon Airport (TZX) lies on the Black Sea coast road east of the city, about 23.2 km from Akçaabat to the west. Depending on your choice, the journey takes about 22 minutes by taxi or private transfer, or 50+ minutes using public buses and dolmuş with a transfer in Meydan.

✓ Verified Oct 27, 2026 • 23.2 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Door to Door
22 mins •On Request 24/7
€35 - €45 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit baggage claim and meet your driver in the arrivals hall with a name board.
  2. Pre-book the transfer and share your flight number so the driver can track it.
  3. Load luggage into the private car or van.
  4. Take the coastal Black Sea road west to Akçaabat, about 22 minutes in normal traffic.
  5. Get dropped off at your hotel or exact address in Akçaabat.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered
22 mins •24/7
€28 - €32 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the arrivals hall and use the official taxi rank outside the terminal.
  2. Ignore touts and only take a metered taxi from the rank.
  3. Ask the driver to start the meter and confirm card payment if you need it.
  4. Give the driver the Akçaabat destination address.
  5. Pay the metered fare, normally about 1,550 - 1,800 TRY.

City Bus / Dolmuş to Meydan + Akçaabat Minibus

Cheapest
50 mins •See timetable (check ulasim.trabzon.bel.tr)
€0.60 airport leg (city bus); Akçaabat minibus fare not verified
Luggage: Little luggage space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit arrivals and walk to the main coast road beside the airport.
  2. Take the Meydan – Pelitli – Havaalanı çevresi dolmuş or a municipal city bus to Meydan; pay the driver/conductor in TRY.
  3. Get off at Meydan (Atatürk Alanı).
  4. Find the frequent Akçaabat-bound minibuses/dolmuş from the city centre heading west along the coast.
  5. Ride to Akçaabat centre; the onward fare is not published and must be paid in TRY.

Havaş City Coach + Akçaabat Minibus

Coach
50 mins •Leaves after flight arrivals
€3.40 Havaş fare; Akçaabat minibus fare not verified
Luggage: Large baggage space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the terminal and board the Havaş city coach outside.
  2. Buy the ticket on board (190 TRY, about €3.40) from the driver.
  3. Ask to get off at the Otogar or Tanjant/Migros/Zeytinlik stop that best connects west.
  4. Transfer to an Akçaabat-bound minibus/dolmuş heading west along the coast.
  5. Ride into Akçaabat; the onward fare is not verified.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official taxi rank outside arrivals; ignore touts inside the terminal offering rides.
  • Insist the taxi meter is switched on; agreeing an un-metered fixed price can be much higher.
  • Confirm card payment before the taxi ride starts; some drivers may claim the terminal is broken.
  • Do not board unlicensed shuttles or accept help with bags from unofficial porters.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a taxi from Trabzon Airport to Akçaabat?

A metered taxi for the 23.2 km ride normally costs about 1,550–1,800 TRY (€28–€32). Insist the meter is on and confirm card payment before starting.

What is the cheapest way from TZX to Akçaabat?

Take a municipal city bus or the airport-area dolmuş to Meydan for 35–45 TRY (€0.60–€0.80), then transfer to an Akçaabat-bound minibus. The onward minibus fare is not published.

Is there a direct Havaş coach to Akçaabat?

No. Havaş city coaches run to Trabzon city centre/Otogar after flight arrivals, but you would need to transfer to a local Akçaabat minibus.

How long does the trip take?

A taxi or private transfer normally takes 22 minutes. Public transport via Meydan and a minibus transfer usually takes 50 minutes or more.

Can I pay by card?

Taxis may accept card but you must confirm before the ride. Dolmuş and local minibuses usually require cash in TRY, and Havaş sells tickets on board.

Which option is best for families or luggage?

A private transfer is door-to-door and easiest with luggage. Local city buses and dolmuş have little luggage space, so they are less suitable with large bags.

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