Antalya Airport to Manavgat: the complete transfer guide
Antalya Airport to Manavgat: 70 km, 70 minutes, from €38
Manavgat lies 70 km east of Antalya Airport, about 70 minutes along the D-400 coastal road. It is the working market town on the Manavgat River, just inland from Side, and a gateway to the Manavgat Waterfall, the Green Canyon and the Side-area beaches. The transfer is fixed at €38 from booking, with no meter.
Your driver meets you at arrivals with a name board and drives you straight to your Manavgat or Side-area hotel. If you are heading for the waterfall or the Saturday market first, that can be arranged as a stop on the way.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Distance | 70 km |
| Drive time | about 70 minutes |
| From price | €38 |
| Vehicle | Economy van, up to 6 |
The drive east from the airport
From Antalya Airport the D-400 runs east along the coast, past the Kundu and Lara resort zones and the Serik plain, reaching Manavgat in about 70 minutes. It is open dual carriageway most of the way, with no mountain passes, so the timing holds even in peak season.
The final stretch crosses the Manavgat River into the town centre; for the Side, Sorgun or Kizilot hotel zones the road branches off toward the coast a few minutes earlier.
The Manavgat Waterfall and river
The Manavgat Waterfall is a low, very wide cascade on the river, with viewing terraces, tea gardens and cafes on site. It is a quick, easy visit, popular with families, and a common first stop for arrivals staying in the area.
The riverbank in Manavgat town is lined with fish restaurants, and small boats run short river trips. It is a slice of everyday Turkey a few minutes from the Side resorts.
The Saturday market and Green Canyon
Manavgat holds one of the largest weekly markets in the region on Saturdays, selling textiles, spices, cheese, fruit and leather at keener prices than the resort bazaars. If your arrival is on a Saturday, the market is worth timing your transfer around.
Upstream, the Oymapinar Dam has created the Green Canyon, a deep emerald reservoir with boat trips through steep pine slopes. We can drop you at the boat landing and collect you afterwards at a fixed price.
Manavgat, Side and the nearby hotel zones
Many hotels booked as "Side" actually sit in the Manavgat district, spread along the coast at Sorgun, Kizilot, Colakli and Titreyengol. The driver knows each zone and takes you to the right hotel gate rather than a general drop-off.
The ancient town of Side, with its Apollo Temple and Roman theatre, is a short hop from Manavgat, so the two are easily combined on an arrival day or a later excursion.
Your vehicle and transparent pricing
The standard vehicle is a clean, air-conditioned economy van for up to six with luggage, ideal for couples and families. A Mercedes V-Class is available for more room or a larger group.
The price starts at €38 and is fixed at booking, with no meter, no night surcharge and no per-bag fee. Pay the driver in cash or by card.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Economy van | Up to 6 | Couples, families, small groups |
| Mercedes V-Class | Up to 6, more room | Extra luggage, premium comfort |
How the transfer works
Book online with your flight number, your Manavgat or Side-area hotel and the passenger count. We track your flight, meet you at arrivals with a name board, and drive you straight there. Add a return and we back-time the pickup from your departure so you reach the airport in good time.
- Fixed €38 agreed at booking, no meter
- Flight tracking and meet & greet with a name board
- Optional stop at the Manavgat Waterfall or Saturday market
- Free child seats on request; pay cash or card; free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Practical tips and why to book ahead
A few things help on this route: check whether your arrival day is a Saturday if the market matters to you, and have your exact hotel name ready, as the Side-Manavgat area has dozens of properties across several zones. On a 70 km run, booking ahead means a fixed fare rather than a meter, a named driver waiting at arrivals, and no haggling after a long flight.
- Have the exact hotel name and zone ready (Sorgun, Kizilot, Colakli, Titreyengol)
- Ask for a waterfall or market stop at booking if you want one
- Book the return with the arrival to lock the price both ways
- Same €38 whenever you book; no advantage to the airport rank