Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP) is, for once, exactly where you want it: it is Alanya's own airport, roughly 40 km east of the city centre, about a 45–60 minute drive. That is a huge advantage over flying into Antalya (AYT), which leaves you with a two-hour-plus transfer along the coast. If you found a flight into GZP, the hard part is done; now you just need to cover that last 40 km.
There are three realistic ways to do it: a budget airport shuttle bus, a metered taxi, or a pre-booked private transfer. Here is how they compare in 2026.
Quick Comparison
| Option | Best for | Roughly | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport shuttle bus | Solo / budget travellers | Cheapest | ~50–60 min |
| Private transfer | Families, groups, hotels | Fixed price | ~45 min |
| Taxi | Late arrivals, no booking | Most expensive | ~45 min |
Airport Shuttle Bus (Cheapest)
A shuttle bus runs from outside the terminal to Alanya Otogar (the main bus station), timed to flight arrivals rather than a fixed clock timetable, so it leaves shortly after the plane lands. It is the cheapest way into town. The catch: it drops you at the bus station, not your hotel, so you may need a short taxi or dolmuş onward to your accommodation, and it waits for flights, so departures cluster around arrival times. Check the current fare and how it works on the Gazipaşa Airport shuttle page.
Private Transfer (Best for Families & Groups)
For two or more people with luggage, a pre-booked private transfer is usually the best value and the least stressful: a fixed price agreed online, a driver waiting with your name at arrivals, and a direct door-to-door ride to your hotel in about 45 minutes. Because GZP can have a thin taxi rank when several flights land together, having a car already booked removes the main risk of arriving here. For a family of four the per-person cost often undercuts four separate taxi or bus-plus-onward fares.
Taxi (Door-to-Door, On the Spot)
A metered taxi from the rank outside the terminal will take you straight to your hotel in around 45 minutes. It is the most expensive option, because the Antalya-province meter (which Alanya follows) is now 50 TRY to start plus 50 TRY per km, so a 40 km run adds up quickly. Taxis are best if you arrive late, are travelling light, or simply did not pre-book. See indicative fares on the Gazipaşa Airport taxi page.
Renting a Car
If you plan to explore beyond Alanya, Side, the Dim Cave or the Taurus mountains, hiring a car at the airport on arrival can be better value than paying for transfers and day trips separately. Compare options on the Gazipaşa Airport car hire page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Gazipaşa Airport from Alanya? Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP) is about 40 km east of Alanya city centre, a 45–60 minute drive depending on traffic and your exact hotel.
What is the cheapest way from Gazipaşa Airport to Alanya? The airport shuttle bus to Alanya Otogar (bus station) is the cheapest option. It is timed to flight arrivals; you may need a short onward taxi or dolmuş to your hotel.
Is there a taxi at Gazipaşa Airport? Yes, taxis wait outside the terminal. The fare follows the Antalya-province meter (50 TRY opening plus 50 TRY per km), so the ~40 km to Alanya is the most expensive option. When several flights land together the rank can run short, so pre-booking a transfer is safer.
Should I fly to Gazipaşa or Antalya for Alanya? Gazipaşa (GZP) is far closer to Alanya (~40 km vs ~125 km from Antalya) and means a much shorter, cheaper transfer. Antalya (AYT) has many more flights. If you can find a convenient GZP flight, it is the better choice for Alanya.
How long does the transfer from Gazipaşa Airport to Alanya take? About 45 minutes by taxi or private transfer, and 50–60 minutes by shuttle bus including stops. The route runs west along the coastal D400 road.
