Turkey is not only a beach holiday .It is a country with a rich history, on the territory of which there are many architectural monuments left behind by the great ancient civilizations .On the territory of the country there are about 50 airports, so tourists have every chance to land as close to the prospective resort .Turkey's largest international airports are located in Antalya, Istanbul (Atatürk and Sabiha Gokcen Airports), Ankara (Esenboga Airport), Dalamane, Izmir (Adnan Menderes Airport) and Bodrum .
Thanks to the proximity of airports to almost all the resorts of the country, the journey time directly to the hotel is approximately two hours. But, on the other hand, there are a lot of flights, which creates a certain queue for the transfer, so, as a rule, tourists find themselves in the place of rest somewhere in three hours.
In large airports in Turkey, for example, at Antalya airport, the service is very good. Here you will find both ATMs and currency exchange offices. Of course, there are cafes and restaurants, as well as all favorite duty-free shops. Tourists and children will certainly enjoy the clean and comfortable rooms of mother and child.
Largest airports in Turkey:
- Antalya
- Bodrum
- Dalaman
- Istanbul
Airlines flying to Turkey
Many Russian airlines make regular and charter flights to airports in Turkey from all over the country. At the airport of Antalya, airplanes of "Aeroflot" (depart from Sheremetyevo), "VIM-Avia" (from Domodedovo), "Transaero" land. From St. Petersburg, the company "Russia" makes flights. Also, you can fly to Antalya by air carriers such as Tatarstan, Donavia, Orenburg Airlines, Ural Airlines, S7 Airlines, UTair and many others.
At Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Aeroflot flies, and Donavia, Red Wings Airlines, and Turkish Airlines fly from Moscow. From other cities of Russia you can fly with "Ural Airlines", the same "Turkish Airlines", with airlines "Tatarstan", S7 Airlines, "Russia", Polet Airlines. The planes of the Turkish carrier Pegasus Airlines make a landing in Istanbul, but already at the Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
If you plan to land at the Esenboga International Airport in Ankara, then it is better to use the services of "Turkish Airlines."
Which airport should I choose
Such a number of airports in Turkey allows tourists to choose the one that will be as close to the resort as possible. So, if you are planning a holiday on the Mediterranean coast of the country, for example, in Kemer, Belek, Alanya or Side, then it will be more convenient to use the airport of Antalya. Near the resort of Izmir is the airport named Adnan Menderes. Going to the resorts located on the Sea of Marmara, you will fly to the airports of Istanbul. At Dalaman airport, people who want to relax in Fethiye or Marmaris land.
Practical information
Adnan Menderes International Airport in Izmir: The flight schedule is available on the official website.
Antalya Airport: The flight schedule is available on the official website.
Ataturk International Airport in Istanbul: The flight schedule is available on the official website.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in Istanbul: The flight schedule is available on the official website.
Esenboga International Airport in Ankara: The flight schedule is available on the official website.
Single reference for Turkish airports: +90 (242) 444 7 423.