GZP is a small airport with limited ground transport options. Pricing is simpler than at larger airports, but knowing the benchmarks prevents overpaying at the taxi rank.
Havas bus to Alanya: TRY 80-100 (EUR 2-3)
The Havas shuttle runs to Alanya Otogar (bus station) during peak summer season. This is the cheapest option if you are heading to central Alanya and travelling light. The journey takes around 45-55 minutes. Service is seasonal and tied to flight schedules — availability is not guaranteed outside summer or for late-night flights. From the bus station, you still need local transport to your final address.
Taxi prices (approximate)
Taxis at GZP typically negotiate fixed prices rather than use the meter for airport trips. These are the realistic market ranges:
| Destination | Distance | Taxi fare (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Okurcalar | 15 km | TRY 300-500 |
| Kargicak | 25 km | TRY 400-650 |
| Mahmutlar | 30 km | TRY 450-700 |
| Alanya centre | 40 km | TRY 500-800 |
| Cleopatra Beach area | 42 km | TRY 550-850 |
| Avsallar | 50 km | TRY 600-900 |
| Side / Manavgat | 100 km | TRY 1,500-2,200 |
Important caveat: taxi supply at GZP is limited. The rank has a small number of vehicles. When multiple flights land at the same time, available taxis are taken quickly. If you arrive and the rank is empty, you may wait 20-30 minutes or more. This is not a concern at larger airports, but it is a real factor at GZP.
Pre-booked transfer prices
| Destination | Sedan (1-3 pax) | Minivan (4-6 pax) |
|---|---|---|
| Okurcalar | EUR 10-18 | EUR 15-25 |
| Kargicak | EUR 10-20 | EUR 16-26 |
| Mahmutlar | EUR 13-22 | EUR 18-30 |
| Alanya centre | EUR 15-30 | EUR 22-40 |
| Avsallar | EUR 20-35 | EUR 28-45 |
| Side / Manavgat | EUR 50-75 | EUR 65-95 |
Transfer prices include airport pickup, driver waiting time, and direct service to your hotel or villa address.
What affects the price
Distance is the main factor. Alanya itself is 40 km. Closer resort areas (Mahmutlar, Kargicak) are meaningfully cheaper. Side in the opposite direction is 100 km and priced accordingly.
Taxi supply constraint affects effective pricing. When taxis are scarce, the negotiating position shifts toward the driver. Knowing the benchmark rates above gives you a floor to negotiate from.
Season has some impact. Peak July-August sees high demand for all transport from GZP. During shoulder season (May-June, October), fares are marginally lower and availability is less strained.
Currency fluctuation means lira prices shift over time. TRY-denominated taxi fares adjust with the market. EUR transfer prices are more stable for advance budgeting.
The value calculation
For Alanya centre (40 km): The Havas bus at EUR 2-3 is very cheap if you are going to central Alanya and travelling light. A transfer at EUR 15-30 is the most convenient option. A taxi at TRY 500-800 is in the middle — reasonable if you can negotiate well and a taxi is available.
For Mahmutlar or Kargicak (25-30 km): These resort areas east of Alanya are actually closer to the airport than the town centre. Transfers at EUR 10-22 are very affordable. The Havas bus does not go there — you would need a taxi from Alanya bus station if you took the bus.
For Side (100 km): GZP is not the ideal airport for Side — Antalya Airport (AYT) is about 65 km from Side and has far more flights. If you are committed to GZP, expect EUR 50-75 for a direct transfer or TRY 1,500-2,200 for a taxi. The drive is 80-100 minutes.
Tipping
Tipping is appreciated in Turkey. For transfer drivers, 10% or rounding up is appropriate. For taxi drivers, rounding up to the nearest round figure is standard.