What to Do After Landing at Antalya Airport: Step-by-Step Arrival Guide (2026)

Quick answer: After landing at Antalya Airport (AYT), you go through passport control, collect your luggage and walk to the arrivals exit. If you have pre-booked a private transfer, your driver will be waiting for you at this exit with a sign showing your name. The drive takes about 20 minutes to Lara, 35 minutes to Belek, 50 minutes to Kemer, 60 minutes to Side and around 1 hour 50 minutes to Alanya.

Which Antalya Airport terminal will you arrive at?

Antalya Airport has three passenger terminals: International Terminal 1, International Terminal 2 and the Domestic Terminal. Your terminal depends on the airline and on whether your flight is domestic or international. You'll find the terminal on your ticket or in your airline's app. If you're not sure, simply give your flight number when booking your transfer, and your driver will be at the right terminal.

Step 1: Passport control

If you're arriving from abroad, your first stop is passport control. In the summer months, especially on Saturdays and Sundays, many flights land at the same time, so queues can get long. Keeping your passport and, if required, your visa document close at hand speeds things up.

Step 2: Baggage claim

After passport control, you'll head to the baggage hall. Check the screens for the belt number shown next to your flight number. If your luggage is missing or damaged, go to your airline's Lost & Found desk before leaving the hall, as you may not be able to come back in once you've exited.

Step 3: Meeting your driver at the arrivals exit

Once you have your luggage, you pass through the customs exit and into the arrivals hall. At all three terminals, your Vixride driver waits for you right at this exit, holding a Vixride sign with your name on it.

• Flight tracking: Your flight is tracked in real time. If it's delayed, your pickup time is updated automatically at no extra charge.
• Free waiting time: You get 60 minutes of free waiting time from the moment you land. Even if the passport or baggage queues are long, there's no need to rush.
• Driver details: Your driver's phone number, the vehicle's licence plate and the exact meeting point are sent to you via WhatsApp. If you can't spot the sign in the crowd, you can call your driver directly.

Step 4: Travel times to your hotel

Approximate distances and travel times from Antalya Airport to popular resort areas:

Times are based on normal traffic conditions. With a private transfer, the price is per vehicle and does not change because of traffic; bridge, motorway and parking fees are included.

Which days and times are busiest?

From June to October, Saturdays and Sundays are the main check-in and check-out days at hotels. On these days, both the airport and the D400 coastal road are busy all day. On Antalya's city ring road, the busiest time is between 17:00 and 19:00 on weekdays. If your return transfer falls on one of these days, plan to leave for the airport a little earlier.

How many people fit in each vehicle?

• Economy Sedan (Mercedes E-Class): Up to 3 passengers and 2 large suitcases.
• FirstClass Van (Mercedes Vito): Up to 6 passengers and 6 large suitcases. The most popular choice for families.
• Vip Sprinter (Mercedes Sprinter): Groups of 7 to 16 passengers and 16 large suitcases.

If you need a baby seat or child seat, just enter the children's ages when booking; suitable seats are fitted in the vehicle free of charge.

Pre-arrival checklist

1. Make sure you have entered your flight number correctly in your transfer booking.
2. Note down your hotel's full name and address.
3. Save the contact number from your booking confirmation on your phone.
4. Choose a vehicle that fits your number of passengers and suitcases.
5. If your plans change, you can cancel or amend free of charge up to 24 hours before your pickup time; no prepayment is required.

Frequently asked questions

What is the fastest way to get from Antalya Airport to my hotel? A pre-booked private transfer is the fastest option, as it takes you straight to your hotel with no changes and no waiting. Havaş buses only run to Antalya city centre; there are no direct services to Belek, Side, Kemer or Alanya.

Will the driver wait for me if my flight is delayed? Yes. Your flight is tracked in real time and your pickup time is adjusted to the new landing time. There is no extra charge for delays.

Where will the driver wait for me? Your driver waits at the arrivals exit of the terminal you land at, holding a Vixride sign with your name on it.

When do I pay? No prepayment is required. Cancellations and changes made at least 24 hours before your pickup time are free of charge.

Can I get a transfer if I land late at night? Yes. Transfers run 24/7 and there is no night surcharge; the fixed price you see when booking also applies to flights landing around midnight or in the early hours of the morning.

For a fixed-price private transfer from Antalya Airport to your hotel, you can see your price right away on our Antalya Airport transfer page.