Renting a Car at Antalya Airport
Last updated: April 2026
Antalya Airport (AYT) handles over 35 million passengers a year, making it Turkey's busiest tourist airport. Rental desks occupy a dedicated hall between Terminal 1 (international) and Terminal 2 (domestic). Local operators like Garenta, Sixt Turkey, and Budget Turkey compete aggressively on price, especially for weekly bookings.
π― Quick Tip
Compare carefully between international brands and Turkish local operators at AYT. Local companies like Garenta often beat international chains by 30β40%, and their fleets are equally modern β most cars are under 2 years old.
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Airport Pickup Tips
At AYT, follow 'Car Rental' signs from the arrivals hall toward the inter-terminal corridor. Present your passport, driving license, and credit card. Turkish operators generally accept international licenses without an IDP, but carry one to be safe. Peak-season pickups (JulyβAugust) take 25β35 minutes; off-season you'll be out in 10.
Turkish rental car damage claims can be contentious β document everything meticulously. Focus on the underbody, as speed bumps on Turkish roads are aggressive and low-clearance cars scrape frequently. Video-record a full walkaround with your phone's timestamp visible.
For detailed guidance, see our pre-drive checklist.
Explore Antalya by Car
Antalya is the gateway to Turkey's stunning Turquoise Coast. Drive the D400 highway along the Mediterranean, stopping at ancient Lycian rock tombs, hidden coves, and the dramatic Olympos ruins.
Top drive from Antalya: D400 from Antalya to KaΕ β the Lycian Coast
Full Antalya Car Hire Guide β
Getting from Antalya Airport to the City
Antalya city center is 13 km northeast of AYT β a 20-minute drive on the well-maintained D400 highway. For Kemer, head west (40 min); for Side and Alanya, drive east on the D400 (60β90 min). Belek resort area is 30 minutes east via the Antalya-Burdur highway.
Garenta and Enterprise Turkey operate large depots on the D400 highway, 2 km east of AYT. Their shuttle minibuses collect from Terminal 1 arrivals every 8β10 minutes. Off-airport rates here are typically 20β25% cheaper than terminal desks, with dedicated return lanes that speed up drop-off.
What to Know Before Driving from AYT
Turkey drives on the right. Motorway speed limits are 120 km/h on divided highways, 90 km/h on rural roads, and 50 km/h in cities. Police radar traps are common on the D400 between Antalya and Alanya. Horn use is frequent and normal. Keep right except to overtake β flash your left turn signal to let faster traffic pass.
Familiarize yourself with Turkey's aggressive speed bump culture before pulling out. Also note the fuel type prominently β Turkey has high diesel usage in rentals. Turn on your headlights even in daylight; Turkey mandates daytime running lights on intercity roads.
Fuel Stations Near AYT
Turkey has some of Europe's highest fuel prices due to heavy taxation β expect around TRY 42/L for petrol and TRY 40/L for diesel (2026 rates). Opet and Petrol Ofisi stations cluster near AYT on the D400. Fill up before heading to rural areas like the Lycian coast, where stations are 30+ km apart.
Local Driving Tip
The D400 coast road from Antalya to Alanya is scenic but has sharp bends and slow-moving trucks β overtaking safely requires patience. Diesel is about 30% cheaper than petrol in Turkey, making it worth requesting a diesel vehicle for longer trips.