How to Get from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Rize

Trabzon Airport lies about 72.6 km west of Rize on the Black Sea coast. The journey takes from about 54 minutes by taxi to around 90 minutes on the direct Havaş coach.

✓ Verified Oct 27, 2026 • 72.6 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Recommended

55 mins •Pre-Booked

€70 - €80 (Per Vehicle, Fixed Price)

Luggage: Luggage Assistance Included

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit the arrivals hall and look for your driver holding a name board in the meeting area.
Confirm the destination, fixed price and vehicle before leaving the terminal.
Board the private vehicle and stow your luggage.
Take the Black Sea coast road east towards Rize; the drive takes about 55 minutes without heavy traffic.
Ask the driver to drop you at your hotel or exact address in Rize centre.

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Official Airport Taxi

Fastest

54 mins •24/7 at Rank

€80 - €90 (Per Vehicle, Metered)

Luggage: Fits Standard Luggage

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit the terminal and follow signs to the official taxi rank outside the arrivals hall.
Join the queue and take a metered taxi; do not accept rides from touts inside.
Insist the driver switches the meter on before leaving, and confirm card payment if needed.
Ride along the coast road east; the 72.6 km trip takes about 54 minutes without heavy traffic.
Ask to be dropped at your hotel or address in Rize centre.

Havaş Airport Coach to Rize

Cheapest

90 mins •Departs After Flight Arrivals (No Fixed Timetable)

€6.50 / Person

Luggage: Luggage Compartment Available

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit the terminal and walk to the Havaş coach stop in front of the arrivals hall.
Look for the coach signed Rize (it also serves Of and coastal towns; departures follow arriving flights).
Board with your luggage and buy the ticket on board for 350 TRY, about €6.50 per person.
Stay on through Of and the coast; confirm with the driver that the stop is Rize city centre.
Get off in Rize centre and walk or take a short local taxi to your hotel.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

Insist the taxi meter is on; if the driver refuses or offers a flat fare, use another taxi or book a private transfer.
Only take taxis from the official rank outside the terminal; ignore touts inside the arrivals hall.
Confirm card payment with the taxi driver before the ride, as some taxis may claim the card machine is broken.
Havaş coaches leave after flight arrivals; there is no fixed timetable, so do not pay anyone claiming to sell priority seats — buy the ticket on board.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from Trabzon Airport to Rize?

The Havaş airport coach to Rize costs 350 TRY, about €6.50 per person, and takes around 90 minutes depending on traffic. Buy your ticket on board after flight arrivals.

How much is a taxi from TZX to Rize?

By the October 2026 Trabzon meter, the ride is about 4,646 TRY, roughly €84, and can vary with traffic and waiting. Insist the meter is on and confirm card payment before departure.

Is there a direct bus from Trabzon Airport to Rize?

Yes, Havaş operates a direct coach to Rize via Of and coastal towns. It leaves after flight arrivals, with no fixed timetable; see havas.net or call 0850 222 0 487.

How long does it take to drive from TZX to Rize?

Without heavy traffic the 72.6 km trip takes about 54 minutes by car or taxi. The Havaş coach usually takes about 90 minutes because of stops.

Can I pay by card on the Havaş coach or taxi?

Havaş tickets are bought on board and cash is commonly expected, but some coaches may accept card. For taxis, confirm card payment with the driver before the ride.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is usually best for families, with a fixed price, door-to-door service and space for luggage. The Havaş coach is cheaper but has fixed stops.

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