Pick up your car at AYT terminal after landing and drive straight onto the D400 highway to the coast.
Antalya Airport (AYT, Antalya Havalimani) sits 13 km east of the city center, connected by the D400 highway. Two terminals handle domestic and international arrivals. Most visitors land, collect luggage, and drive directly to coastal resorts without entering the city. Peak season runs June through September, with shorter queues and calmer traffic November to March.
Pick-up happens either at a terminal counter or via meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall, depending on the rental company assigned to your booking. The company name, exact meeting point, and contact details appear in your voucher. You sign the rental agreement on the spot, check the car for existing damage recorded in the contract, and drive off within minutes. Flight delays are covered when you provide your flight number during booking.
This page focuses on airport pick-up and routes radiating from the terminal. If you need a car in the city itself - marina walks, old town visits, or hotels west of the center - see our Antalya page. Here we cover terminal procedures, the D400 corridor, and which models suit airport-to-resort transfers best.
Four steps separate your arrival gate from the driver's seat. Use the search widget above and type "Antalya Airport" or select AYT code in the "Specify location" field to see only airport pick-up offers.
Collect your baggage, pass through customs, and walk into the arrivals hall. Check your voucher for the company logo or representative name holding a sign with your booking reference.
Some companies operate a desk inside the terminal; others send a staff member to greet you in the hall. The voucher lists phone numbers if you cannot locate them within ten minutes of your scheduled arrival time.
Present your driving licence and the card you will use for any excess liability. Walk around the car with the representative, photograph existing scratches or dents, and ensure they appear in the contract damage diagram before you sign.
Exit the car park following signs for D400 Bati (west) toward Kemer or D400 Dogu (east) toward Side and Alanya. Sat-nav or a paper map helps if you leave outside daylight hours when signage is harder to read.
Most journeys follow the D400 coastal highway east or west, or the D650 inland route north. Distances are short, roads are well-surfaced, and petrol stations appear every 20-30 km.
Route: D400 west
Distance: 30 km, 25-35 minutes
Car type: Any compact or sedan handles this flat coastal run. Renault Clio, Fiat Egea, or Kia Rio suit two travellers with moderate luggage.
Exit the airport and follow D400 Bati signs. The road hugs the coast, passing beach clubs and pine forest. Kemer lies between the Taurus foothills and the sea, popular for marina strolls and pebble beaches.
Route: D400 east
Distance: 55 km, 45-55 minutes
Car type: Sedan or crossover for family groups. Dacia Sandero Stepway or Fiat Egea Cross offer boot space for suitcases and beach gear.
Head east on D400, bypass Antalya city, continue past Lara Beach and Kundu. Side sits on a small peninsula with Roman ruins and long sandy beaches.
Route: D400 east
Distance: 125 km, 90-110 minutes
Car type: Comfortable sedan for the longer drive. Honda City or Peugeot 301 reduce fatigue on motorway stretches.
Same D400 route as Side, continuing east through Manavgat. Alanya castle and beaches lie two hours from the terminal, so fill the tank at one of the Shell or Opet stations en route.
Route: D400 west
Distance: 13 km, 15-25 minutes depending on traffic
Car type: Compact city car. Opel Corsa or Renault Symbol navigate narrow old-town lanes and hotel car parks easily.
Follow D400 Bati, take the Antalya Merkez exit, and head for Kaleici or the marina district. For detailed city guidance, visit our main Antalya page.
Route: D650 north
Distance: 100 km to Burdur town, 75-90 minutes
Car type: Crossover or light commercial for rural stops. Fiat Fiorino or Opel Combo carry camping kit or photography equipment.
Exit the airport north onto D650. The road climbs through pine forest toward Burdur and the lakes plateau. Petrol stations thin out after 40 km, so top up before leaving the coast.
Local rental companies station a range of models at AYT. The table below shows typical categories; actual availability and specifications appear in the search widget when you enter your dates.
| Model | Category | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Renault Clio | Economy hatchback | Solo travellers, couples, short coastal runs |
| Fiat Egea | Compact sedan | Small families, longer D400 drives, balanced boot space |
| Kia Rio | Compact sedan | Comfortable motorway cruising, three adults |
| Opel Corsa | Economy hatchback | City parking, tight hotel driveways |
| Renault Symbol | Economy sedan | Budget-conscious pairs, light luggage |
| Fiat Egea Cross | Crossover | Gravel access roads to beach clubs, extra ground clearance |
| Peugeot 301 | Compact sedan | Longer trips to Alanya or inland, four passengers |
| Honda City | Compact sedan | Smooth ride, efficient fuel consumption on highways |
| Dacia Sandero Stepway | Crossover | Families with beach gear, unpaved resort car parks |
| Renault Taliant | Compact sedan | Extended boot for four suitcases, airport-to-resort transfers |
| Fiat Fiorino | Light commercial van | Bulky sports equipment, photography gear, camping kit |
| Opel Combo | Light commercial van | Group luggage, trade show materials, multi-stop tours |
These models illustrate the range. When you search, each listing shows the exact make, transmission type, fuel policy, and whether a deposit or credit card is required. Some cars allow debit-card pick-up; others need a credit card for the excess hold. Check the "Payment on pick-up" field in each result before you book.
Small details smooth the airport handover and avoid confusion on your departure day. Follow these six practical points.
Some cars at AYT require no deposit hold and accept debit cards or cash for the balance payment. Excess liability and deposit rules vary by model, not by category, so check each listing individually.
Use the search widget at the top of this page. Each result card displays "Deposit required" or "No deposit" in the payment section. No-deposit cars still carry an excess - the amount you remain liable for if the car is damaged - but the rental company does not freeze funds on your card as security.
These two attributes - deposit and excess - operate independently. A car can have zero deposit and a 5,000-lira excess, or a 10,000-lira deposit and a 3,000-lira excess. Read the terms in the "Protection and cover" panel before you confirm.
When you book online through 4Drive, you pay a booking advance by card. The remaining balance is due when you collect the car. The accepted methods - debit card, cash, or credit card - are listed in the search result and repeated in your voucher.
If a car accepts debit cards, ensure your daily spending limit covers the balance plus any excess hold. If only credit cards are accepted for a particular model, you cannot substitute a debit card at the counter. For full details on how the two-stage payment works, see our payment and advance guide.
Common queries about AYT pick-up, documentation, and driving away from the terminal.
Yes, if you select a car that permits debit-card or cash payment for the balance. Each listing in the search widget states which payment methods the assigned company accepts. Some models require a credit card for the excess hold; others do not. Filter results by "No credit card" to see eligible cars.
Your voucher names the company, provides a phone number, and describes the meeting point - either a counter in the arrivals hall or a representative holding a sign with your name. International arrivals exit into the main hall; domestic passengers use a smaller side hall. If you cannot locate the desk within ten minutes, call the number in the voucher.
Enter your flight number when you book. The rental company monitors arrivals and adjusts the meet time automatically. If the delay exceeds three hours, they may call or message the mobile number in your booking to confirm you still need the car.
A valid foreign driving licence is accepted for short stays. An International Driving Permit is recommended for rentals longer than 30 days and can help if your licence uses non-Latin script. Carry both the IDP and your original licence; the IDP alone is not valid.
Cross-border travel requires written permission from the rental company, arranged before you collect the car. Most companies charge a fee for the permit and additional insurance. Mention your plans when you book so 4Drive can assign a company that permits cross-border trips.
Follow D400 east out of the terminal, bypass Antalya city to the north, continue through Lara Beach and Kundu, then past Manavgat. The total distance is 55 km and takes 45-55 minutes. Petrol stations line the route at Lara, Kundu, and Manavgat if you need to refuel or stop for refreshments.
Antalya Airport offers meet-and-greet convenience, a choice of no-deposit models, and immediate access to the D400 corridor linking Kemer, Side, and Alanya. Search above, compare payment terms, and book the car that matches your licence and card type. For a broader look at vehicle options across the country, visit our main Turkey car rental overview page.