Diyarbakır Airport Taxi Fares
Official metered taxis are available 24 hours a day from the rank directly outside the Diyarbakır Airport (DIY) arrivals exit. All licensed Diyarbakır taxis are yellow and display a digital taximeter.
2026 Tariff:
- Base fare: 45 TRY
- Per kilometre: 40 TRY
- Minimum (indi-bindi): 165 TRY
- No night surcharge, single tariff applies day and night
Estimated fares from DIY (2026):
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fare |
|---|---|---|
| City Centre (Bağlar / Sur) | 10 km | 445 TRY |
| Otogar (Bus Terminal) | 8 km | 365 TRY |
| Dicle University | 10 km | 445 TRY |
| Batman | 70 km | 2,845 TRY |
| Mardin | 95 km | 3,845 TRY |
| Şanlıurfa | 180 km | 7,245 TRY |
Safety tips:
- Use only the official yellow taxi rank outside the terminal, do not accept approaches from unlicensed drivers
- Ask the driver to start the meter before moving
- All licensed taxis display a digital taximeter
Bus is far cheaper: The Z2 municipal bus to the city centre costs just 28 TRY (vs. 445 TRY by taxi) and runs every 23 minutes on weekdays.
Taxi meter information
Base fare
45 ₺
Per km
40 ₺/km
Destination Price Table
| Destination | Distance | TRY | € EUR | $ USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diyarbakır City Centre (Bağlar / Sur)12 min | 10 km | 445 ₺ | ≈€12 | ≈$13 |
| Diyarbakır Otogar (Bus Terminal)10 min | 8 km | 365 ₺ | ≈€10 | ≈$10 |
| Diyarbakır University (Dicle)12 min | 10 km | 445 ₺ | ≈€12 | ≈$13 |
| Batman84 min | 70 km | 2,845 ₺ | ≈€75 | ≈$81 |
| Mardin114 min | 95 km | 3,845 ₺ | ≈€101 | ≈$110 |
| Şanlıurfa216 min | 180 km | 7,245 ₺ | ≈€191 | ≈$207 |
* EUR/USD conversions are approximate (1€≈₺38 / 1$≈₺35). Actual fares depend on the taximeter.
Yellow taxis are available 24/7 from the official rank outside the terminal. Meters are mandatory, confirm it is running before departure. Diyarbakır applies a single tariff (no night surcharge). The Z2 municipal bus (28 TRY) is a far cheaper option to the city centre.
Taxi fares are set by Diyarbakır Metropolitan Municipality UKOME. Estimated fares may vary depending on traffic and exact route.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Diyarbakır Airport to the city centre?›
Approximately 445 TRY by metered taxi (about 10 km, 15 minutes). The Z2 municipal bus costs just 28 TRY and is a far cheaper alternative.
Is there a taxi at Diyarbakır Airport at night?›
Yes. Official yellow taxis are available 24/7 from the rank outside the terminal. There is no night surcharge in Diyarbakır, the same tariff applies day and night.
How much is a taxi from Diyarbakır Airport to Mardin?›
Approximately 3,845 TRY by metered taxi (about 95 km). For this route, a pre-arranged private transfer or intercity bus from the Otogar may be more economical.
Do Diyarbakır taxis have a night surcharge?›
No. Diyarbakır applies a single tariff, there is no difference between daytime and night-time rates.
