Which Airport is Better for Your Holiday: Antalya Airport (AYT) or Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)?

If you are planning an unforgettable holiday on the unique beaches of Antalya, one of the first decisions you need to make is which airport you will fly to. Especially for guests traveling to popular holiday regions such as Belek, Side, Manavgat, Okurcalar, Avsallar, İncekum, Türkler, Payallar, Konaklı, Alanya, Mahmutlar, and Kargıcak, choosing the right airport saves both time and transportation costs.

So, is Antalya Airport (AYT) more advantageous, or is it Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)?

In this guide, we help you make the right choice for your holiday by comparing the two airports.

Antalya Airport (AYT)

Antalya Airport is one of Turkey's busiest international airports and hosts millions of domestic and foreign tourists every year.

Advantages

Direct flights from many European countries
Numerous charter and scheduled flights
More affordable flight ticket options
Wide airline network
Regular flights throughout the year

Disadvantages

There may be congestion during the summer season.
Passport and baggage waiting times may be longer.
The travel time to the Alanya region is longer.

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport offers significant advantages, especially for holiday regions around Alanya.

Advantages

Small and fast terminal
Average 15-20 minutes exit time
Short transfer time to the Alanya region
More economical transfer costs
Quieter and more comfortable passenger experience

Disadvantages

Fewer flight alternatives
Seasonal flights from some countries
Ticket prices may be higher seasonally

Which Airport Should You Prefer According to Regions?

RegionAntalya (AYT)Gazipaşa (GZP)Recommendation
Lara	12 km • 15 min	180 km • 2 hr 45 min	✅ Antalya
Kundu	10 km • 15 min	175 km • 2 hr 40 min	✅ Antalya
Konyaaltı	25 km • 30 min	195 km • 3 hr	✅ Antalya
Kemer	60 km • 1 hr	235 km • 3 hr 30 min	✅ Antalya
Belek	35 km • 40 min	175 km • 2 hr 30 min	✅ Antalya
Kadriye	30 km • 35 min	170 km • 2 hr 25 min	✅ Antalya
Boğazkent	45 km • 45 min	165 km • 2 hr 20 min	✅ Antalya
Side	65 km • 1 hr	95 km • 1 hr 30 min	✅ Antalya
Sorgun	72 km • 1 hr 5 min	88 km • 1 hr 20 min	✅ Antalya
Titreyengöl	75 km • 1 hr 10 min	85 km • 1 hr 15 min	⚖️ Both
Kızılağaç	82 km • 1 hr 15 min	82 km • 1 hr 15 min	⚖️ Both
Kızılot	85 km • 1 hr 15 min	78 km • 1 hr 10 min	⚖️ Both
Çenger	88 km • 1 hr 15 min	72 km • 1 hr	⚖️ Both
Okurcalar	90 km • 1 hr 15 min	70 km • 1 hr	⚖️ Both
Alara	92 km • 1 hr 20 min	68 km • 55 min	✅ Gazipaşa
İncekum	100 km • 1 hr 25 min	65 km • 55 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Avsallar	105 km • 1 hr 30 min	60 km • 50 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Türkler	110 km • 1 hr 35 min	58 km • 50 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Payallar	115 km • 1 hr 40 min	52 km • 45 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Konaklı	120 km • 1 hr 45 min	48 km • 40 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Alanya Center	125 km • 2 hr	42 km • 40 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Damlataş	125 km • 2 hr	42 km • 40 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Kleopatra	126 km • 2 hr	43 km • 40 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Oba	130 km • 2 hr 5 min	38 km • 35 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Cikcilli	128 km • 2 hr	40 km • 35 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Tosmur	132 km • 2 hr 10 min	36 km • 35 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Kestel	135 km • 2 hr 15 min	33 km • 30 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Mahmutlar	140 km • 2 hr 20 min	30 km • 25 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Kargıcak	145 km • 2 hr 25 min	25 km • 20 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Demirtaş	150 km • 2 hr 30 min	18 km • 15 min	✅ Gazipaşa
Gazipaşa Center	180 km • 3 hr	5 km • 10 min	✅ Gazipaşa

Most Comfortable Access from Airport to Hotel

No matter which airport you land at, the most comfortable way to reach your hotel is through private airport transfer or VIP transfer service.

Antalya Airport Transfer

Especially for guests heading to the Alanya region, private transfer;

Eliminates waiting time.
Does not stop at other hotels.
Directly transports you to your hotel.
Provides service with comfortable and air-conditioned vehicles.

Gazipaşa Airport Transfer

From Gazipaşa Airport;

Alanya Center
Konaklı
Payallar
Türkler
Avsallar
İncekum
Mahmutlar
Kargıcak
Demirtaş

You can reach these regions in a very short time. Both the transfer time and the transportation cost are more advantageous compared to Antalya Airport.

Conclusion

Antalya Airport (AYT)

It is the best choice for guests staying in Belek, Kadriye, Boğazkent, Side, Manavgat, Kemer, Lara, Kundu, and Antalya city center.

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)

It is the most advantageous airport for guests staying in Alanya Center, Konaklı, Payallar, Türkler, Avsallar, İncekum, Mahmutlar, Kargıcak, Kestel, Oba, Tosmur, and Demirtaş regions.

Commonly Preferred Regions

Both airports can be preferred in the regions of Okurcalar, Çenger, Kızılot, Kızılağaç, and Titreyengöl. It will be beneficial to compare flight times, ticket prices, and transfer options when making a decision.

Safe and Comfortable Transportation with DT Transfer

As DT Transfer;

Antalya Airport Transfer
Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport Transfer
VIP Transfer
Private Vehicle Transfer
Shuttle Service
Hotel Transfers
Group and Corporate Transfer Services

We offer.

With our modern vehicle fleet, experienced drivers, and 24/7 operational support, we provide safe, fast, and comfortable transportation to all tourism regions of Antalya.

Which Airport is Better for Your Holiday: Antalya Airport (AYT) or Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)?

Antalya Airport (AYT)

Advantages

Disadvantages

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)

Advantages

Disadvantages

Which Airport Should You Prefer According to Regions?

Most Comfortable Access from Airport to Hotel

Antalya Airport Transfer

Gazipaşa Airport Transfer

Conclusion

Antalya Airport (AYT)

Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)

Commonly Preferred Regions

Safe and Comfortable Transportation with DT Transfer

Your holiday starts at the airport. Leave your transportation to DT Transfer and enjoy your journey.