Gazipaşa or Antalya Airport for Alanya? Distance, Time & Transfer Cost
Booking a holiday to Alanya and not sure which airport to fly into? Antalya (AYT) and Gazipaşa (GZP) both serve the region, but they sit very different distances away. This guide compares drive times, flight choice and transfer cost so you can pick confidently — and arrange a fixed-price, pay-the-driver transfer either way.
The short answer: which airport is closer to Alanya?
Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP) is the clear winner on proximity. It sits roughly 40 km from central Alanya, a drive of about 45 minutes. Antalya Airport (AYT) is far larger but much farther out — around 125 km away, or roughly two hours by road along the coastal highway. If your priority is reaching your hotel quickly after a long flight, GZP saves you well over an hour each way. That said, the right choice depends on flight availability and price too, so weigh the convenience of Gazipaşa against the wider route network at Antalya before you book your tickets.
Flight availability and routes compared
Antalya is one of the busiest holiday airports in the Mediterranean, with frequent flights from across the UK, Europe and beyond, plus more airlines and timing options. That breadth often means cheaper or more convenient tickets, especially outside peak summer. Gazipaşa is smaller and more seasonal: it has direct routes from several European cities, but the choice is narrower and some destinations only connect in high season. Before deciding, check both airports for your specific departure city and dates. Sometimes a slightly pricier GZP fare is worth it for the shorter transfer; other times AYT's options win on overall value and convenience.
Transfer cost: why Gazipaşa is usually cheaper
Transfer pricing follows distance and time, so a journey from Gazipaşa to Alanya is naturally cheaper than the long run from Antalya. With GZP at around 40 km versus AYT at roughly 125 km, the fuel, driver hours and road tolls all add up on the Antalya route. With AlanyaTransferTaxi you always get a fixed price agreed in advance — no surge pricing, no surprises on arrival, and no online prepayment. You simply pay the driver in cash or by card at the end. Whichever airport you choose, ask us for a quote and you'll know the exact cost before you fly.
Which airport suits which traveller?
Choose Gazipaşa if you value a quick, gentle arrival — ideal for families with young children, older travellers, or anyone keen to be poolside within an hour of landing. The shorter 45-minute hop also means a calmer ride with little ones, and we provide free child and baby seats on request. Choose Antalya if your home city only has direct flights there, if the fares are noticeably lower, or if you'd like to explore the wider Antalya coast en route. The two-hour AYT transfer is comfortable and door-to-door, with stops possible if you ask your driver.
What you get with either transfer
No matter which airport you land at, the AlanyaTransferTaxi experience is the same. Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall holding a name sign — no hunting for a pickup point after a long flight. We track your flight for free, so if you're delayed we simply wait at no extra charge. Every transfer is private and door-to-door, taking you straight to your hotel or villa. You'll also get free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup and free child seats on request. Our fleet ranges from the Eco Minivan and VIP Vito for one to eight passengers to a Sprinter minibus seating up to sixteen.
Our recommendation and how to book
For most Alanya holidays, Gazipaşa is the smarter pick: at around 40 km and 45 minutes, it gets you to your hotel fast and keeps the transfer cost down. Choose Antalya when its flights are cheaper, better timed, or the only direct option from your city — the two-hour transfer is still smooth and fully looked after. Either way, you won't pay a penny online; you settle the fixed fare with your driver on arrival. Send us your flight details and airport on WhatsApp and we'll reply 24/7 with a clear fixed price for GZP or AYT, so you can book the moment your flights are sorted.