Last updated: 29 July 2026
Why Rent a Car in Antalya?
Antalya's old town (Kaleiçi) is a walking-only district of Ottoman houses and narrow lanes — driving here is impossible. The case for a rental from Antalya is exploring the Lycian and Pamphylian coastline: the ancient theatre at Aspendos 45 minutes east, the perfectly preserved Roman city of Perge just outside town, and the dramatic ruins of Termessos in the mountains north all reward independent driving access.
🏆 Top Drive from Antalya
D400 from Antalya to Kaş — the Lycian Coast — this is the drive that makes renting a car in Antalya truly worthwhile.
Compare Car Rental Providers in Antalya
Antalya is Turkey's most competitive car rental market. Dozens of local agencies fight for tourist business, driving prices to some of the lowest in the Mediterranean — but the cheapest options only appear on platforms that include local operators.
| Provider | Coverage | Best For | Book Now |
|---|---|---|---|
 Localrent.com | Operates in Turkey — local agencies from its 60-destination network, small deposits | Lowest prices from local Turkish operators — 15–20% prepaid, small or no deposit | Check Prices |
 Economybookings.com | Covers Turkey among 150+ countries — 800+ rental companies, 20,000+ pickup points | Seeing the widest range of offers in Turkey in one search | Check Prices |
 QEEQ | Covers Turkey among ~200 countries — 1,000+ rental partners | Price Drop Protector — automatic rebooking if the rate falls before pickup | Check Prices |
 GetRentacar.com | Turkey is in its directory of 80 countries with active listings | Local marketplace prices in Turkey — debit cards accepted, from age 18 | Check Prices |
 AutoEurope | Books Turkey through its broker network — ~190 countries, 28,000 pickup points | One-way routes and major-brand counters in Turkey | Check Prices |
Driving Tips for Antalya
Turkey drives on the right with motorway limits of 120 km/h, 90 km/h on rural roads, and 50 km/h in towns. Fuel costs around 45 TL/L for petrol and 38 TL/L for diesel — among the highest in the region after recent currency fluctuations. International Driving Permits are technically required for non-Turkish licences but rarely checked at rental counters.
Local tip: Antalya's central Konyaaltı and Lara areas have metered parking enforced 8am–8pm. The MarkAntalya shopping centre offers the most reliable central paid parking with predictable rates.
Best Time to Visit & Drive in Antalya, Turkey
Antalya's rental cycle is dominated by the Mediterranean tourism season — peak prices apply from June through August with August being the most expensive month for Russian, German, and British holidaymakers. The optimal driving windows for the inland Lycian Way archaeological sites and the Taurus Mountains are April through May and September through October. Summer coastal traffic on the D400 toward Side and Alanya becomes severely congested. The cheapest months are typically November through March when daily compact rates can drop below 600 TL versus 1,500+ TL in peak summer. Easter weekend (Western Easter) attracts European visitors and pushes local prices up briefly. Winter visits offer dramatically lower prices and pleasant 18°C weather perfect for exploring the inland archaeological sites at Termessos, Perge, and Aspendos without summer's punishing heat. Booking 4+ weeks ahead is essential during July and August.
Car Hire at Antalya Airport (AYT)
Antalya Airport (AYT) sees one of Europe's heaviest tourist rental volumes — particularly from German, Russian, and British holidaymakers heading to coastal resorts. The rental hall in the international terminal hosts about 15 brands, with Turkish operators Circular and Avis-affiliated Decar often beating international brands on July–August rates.