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Antalya Airport to Manavgat: how long, how much

Manavgat is the working town next to Side, about 70 km and 75 minutes from Antalya Airport. Most visitors staying 'in Manavgat' are actually in the beach villages around it, so the exact address matters for the price.

At a glance

Distance
70 km
Driving time
1 h 15 min
Taxi (meter)
€70–90
Private transfer
€45–60
Shared shuttle
€14–20 per person

Prices checked 8 October 2026. Taxi fares are metered estimates for daytime; night tariff is higher. Private transfer prices are the typical range for a sedan (1–3 people) from the main booking platforms.

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The route

The route is the same as for Side: east along the D400 past Belek and Serik. Instead of turning off for Side, the car continues into Manavgat town, crossing the river on the main road.

Where the hotels are

Manavgat town sits a few kilometres inland on the river. Beach hotels listed under Manavgat are mostly in Sorgun, Titreyengöl and Kızılağaç on the coast; Kızılağaç and Kızılot to the east add another 15 minutes.

Tips for this transfer

Monday and Thursday are market days in Manavgat and the town centre is busy until early afternoon; drivers will route around it. If you are staying in an apartment in town, send the driver a map pin, as street names are not always signposted.

→ Manavgat travel guide

Frequently asked questions

How far is Manavgat from Antalya Airport?

About 70 km, around 75 minutes. Hotels in Kızılağaç and Kızılot east of Manavgat take about 90 minutes.

Is Manavgat near Side?

Yes, they are neighbours: Side old town is about 7 km from Manavgat centre.

Is there a bus from Antalya Airport to Manavgat?

Not directly. Intercity buses run from Antalya otogar to Manavgat roughly every half hour; with the city bus to the otogar it takes about 2.5 hours in total.

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