Konyaalti is Antalya's own city beach, stretching west of the centre where the Beydaglari (Taurus) mountains face the sea. It is known for its roughly 7-kilometre pebble beach, its blue-flag public beach and its palm-lined seafront path. It is not a holiday resort but a city district that lives all year round. Antalya Airport (AYT) is about 24 kilometres away; the drive takes 30-40 minutes depending on city traffic. Your driver meets you at the airport with a name sign and takes you straight to your door — fixed price, no waiting.
See Your Web-Only PriceWhat Is Konyaalti Like?
Konyaalti is one of Antalya's two main beaches; the other is Lara, east of the centre. While Lara is known for sand and its hotel zone, Konyaalti, west of the centre, stands out for its pebble beach and Beydaglari mountain backdrop. Its biggest difference is that it is not a holiday complex but a city district where the people of Antalya actually live.
Even the name comes from the shore: the cove below Antalya's cliffs was called "koy alti" (under the cove), which over time became Konyaalti. Here, alongside summer holidaymakers, you see year-round families, people heading to work in the morning and locals walking the seafront in the evening. That is why Konyaalti is lively even in winter; the sea season may close, but the seafront path never empties — locals walk in the winter sun, stop for coffee and spend time fishing. Cafés, shops and the tram run all year.
Sea and Mountains in Konyaalti: Pebble Beach and the Beydaglari
If you had to capture Konyaalti in one frame: the Mediterranean in front, the Beydaglari behind. When you come down to the shore you see the mountain range running west beyond the sea; this view sets Konyaalti apart from Antalya's other beaches.
Pebble Beach and Blue Flag: Konyaalti Beach
Konyaalti Beach is about 7 kilometres long; most of it is a blue-flag public beach with free entry. Unlike Lara's sand, the ground here is pebble, so water shoes help when you go in. A wide walking and cycling path lined with palms and banana trees runs along the shore, with free wifi and charging points set up by the municipality. This seafront path is Antalya's favourite cycling route: flat and uninterrupted from the Varyant down to the Harbour, which makes it easy for beginners and families with children, and there are bike and e-scooter rentals along the way. With its green areas, basketball courts and tea gardens behind it, the beach is not just for swimming but a place to spend the whole day; in the late afternoon it fills with people running, cycling and sitting on the grass.
Seeing Antalya From Tunektepe
At the western end of Konyaalti beach, where the Beydaglari drop to the sea, Tunektepe rises. A cable car climbs this 618-metre pine-covered hill; from the top, Antalya, the Konyaalti shore and the bay appear as a whole. Many time it for sunset, when the sun drops behind the Beydaglari and the city lights start to come on. The cable car is on the Sarisu side and runs its last trips late in the evening.
A Day in Konyaalti
The rhythm of the day in Konyaalti depends on which part of the shore you are on. The mid-section around Konyaalti City Square and Beach Park, with its open-air cafés and restaurants, stays busy all day and works as a meeting point. As you head west towards Sarisu the shore grows quieter; here the municipality runs a ladies' beach that is women-only by day and open to everyone in the evening. In the hot hours families with children usually head to the Antalya Aquarium or the shaded green areas along the shore.
In the late afternoon the cafés and restaurants along the seafront fill up; a walk on the palm-lined path is a daily habit for the people of Antalya. At sunset the Beydaglari turn into a dark silhouette and the shore fills with people taking photos. Those after nightlife take the tram or a short ride down to Kaleici and the city centre. An evening in Konyaalti can be a quiet seafront walk or the lively city beyond it.
Antalya Aquarium and the Seafront
Konyaalti's most visited spot is the Antalya Aquarium, just a few steps from the shore; it is known as one of the largest tunnel aquariums in the world. On a hot summer day it is a cool, engaging stop, especially for families with children. Shopping centres, a cinema and cafés sit together in the same area.
At the eastern end of the shore, where the cliffs begin, stands the Antalya Museum, one of Turkey's richest archaeology museums (the building is being renewed and is expected to reopen by the end of 2026). In antiquity a small port town called Olbia stood on this shore, with remains scattered around the Boga Cayi stream. Seen this way, Konyaalti is a beach with history behind it.
Day Trips From Konyaalti
Since Konyaalti is in central Antalya, it is close to plenty of day trips. Kaleici (Antalya's historic old town) with its narrow stone streets, boutique hotels and marina is a few minutes away. The cliff point where the Duden Waterfall drops into the sea, and the upper Duden in the city, can make a separate trip.
For nature lovers, Kapuz Canyon just west of Konyaalti is a cool valley reached by a short walk. Further out, Kemer and Phaselis are also easy to reach from Konyaalti. We can arrange a fixed-price transfer to all of these.
Tips for a Konyaalti Holiday
A few small details make things easier when you come to Konyaalti:
- Tip: Konyaalti is a large district with different neighbourhoods like Sarisu, Arapsuyu, Liman and Hurma. Give the full hotel or residence address so the driver can take the shortest route and avoid traffic.
- Tip: The beach is pebble; water shoes help if you go in.
- Tip: Since the road is within the city, the time depends on traffic. Central traffic can build up in the evening; our fixed price is not affected by traffic, so allow some flexibility on time.
- Tip: Mention a child seat in advance. The one child seat is free, extra seats at a fair charge with us; just note it in your booking.
Antalya Airport to Konyaalti: Distance and Time
The distance from Antalya Airport to Konyaalti is about 24 kilometres, and the drive takes around 30-40 minutes — for anyone asking how far Konyaalti is from Antalya airport and how long the transfer takes: about 24 km and half an hour in city traffic; one of the closest beaches to the airport depending on city traffic (down to about 25 minutes when roads are clear). The road leaves the airport and runs through the city towards the shore; since most of it is in city traffic, the time varies by hour.
Even though the distance is short, looking for a taxi in city traffic or changing to the tram with luggage and children is tiring on arrival. A door-to-door private transfer is a clear comfort on late-night arrivals or at busy hours; your car waits ready for your landing time.
Our Vehicles
Guests coming to Konyaalti include couples, families with children and groups staying in the city for a while, so the car is chosen by luggage and belongings as much as by passenger count. For two to four people, the Mercedes Vito Maybach First Class or Vito Business Class seats up to 5 comfortably; for larger families and groups, the Mercedes Sprinter Group Comfort and Group Business offer room for up to 13 with generous luggage space. For a family transfer with children, cabin space and luggage room make the real difference.
Every car has free Wi-Fi, water and one child seat free, extra seats at a fair charge, with an infant seat for babies and a booster for older children on request at booking. Just note any infant seat, child seat or booster in your booking; the air conditioning makes the drive through city traffic more comfortable.
Return Transfer in Konyaalti
When the holiday ends, the way back should feel just as easy. Our Konyaalti airport transfer works both ways: on departure day your driver picks you up at your door and works out the pickup time from your flight and that day's city traffic; even though the airport is close, we factor in traffic and leave early, so there is no risk of missing the plane. There is no need to call a separate company for the hotel to airport leg.
The round trip is arranged in a single booking — one WhatsApp message is enough. No prepayment: you pay the same fixed price to the driver in the vehicle on the way back too. We ask for no money upfront and no card details. You pay the driver at the end of the ride, once you're happy with the service — so you never worry "did I lose my money?", the risk is not on you. Wondering if the transfer waits if your flight is delayed? Your driver tracks the flight and waits at no extra cost. Even on late-night landings there is no night surcharge, and After a long flight you won't search the crowd for a driver: our airport greeter waits at the exit holding a name sign with your name and walks you straight to your vehicle.
How to Get From the Airport to Konyaalti
There are a few ways to reach Konyaalti:
- Private VIP transfer: Straight to your door, no waiting, fixed price. A meet and greet with a name sign is included, and we deliver to the exact address of hotels and residences.
- AntRay tram: Runs from the airport to the city centre, but reaching the Konyaalti shore needs a change and a walk; tiring with luggage.
- Bus: Route 600 goes to the bus terminal; reaching the shore needs a further change.
- Taxi: Available, but in city traffic the taxi fare runs on the meter with no fixed-price guarantee. With us the price is set upfront, with no hidden fees. We also do not run shared shuttles; we offer only your own private VIP transfer.
Whether you search for Konyaalti, neighbouring Lara or central Antalya, we provide the same fixed-price, door-to-door service to all of them. With Direct Airport Transfer you start your holiday rested, at your own door.
Konyaalti Hotels – Properties We Transfer To
We provide door-to-door private transfers to every hotel, residence and address in Konyaalti. Some of the main properties are listed below; if yours isn't here, just message us — we transfer there too:
Distances and Times From Konyaalti
Approximate distances and times from Konyaalti to key places:
| Place | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Antalya Airport | ~24 km | ~30-40 min |
| Antalya centre (Kaleici) | ~6 km | ~15 min |
| Antalya Aquarium | ~1 km | ~5 min |
| Tunektepe Cable Car | ~6 km | ~15 min |
| Antalya Museum | ~3 km | ~10 min |
| Duden Waterfall (coast) | ~10 km | ~20 min |
| Kemer | ~45 km | ~50 min |
Transfers to Areas Around Konyaalti
We provide the same fixed-price private transfers to the other areas around Antalya:
What Our Guests Say
Our reviews are on independent platforms — see for yourself.
If you have travelled with us, we would be grateful for a short review — it helps the guests who come after you.
Contact & Price
Your Konyaalti transfer price depends on the vehicle type, number of passengers and date; but it is always fixed, per vehicle, and free of hidden fees. City traffic does not affect the price; however long it takes, the amount you pay is set in advance. We know plans can change, so you can amend or cancel your booking free of charge up to 24 hours before. Your price is fixed on the web — no night surcharge, no waiting fee, no hidden costs, no prepayment. Just tap "See Price" to book. Any questions? Message us on WhatsApp or Telegram — a real person answers, 24/7.
📞 WhatsApp / Telegram (24/7): +90 542 724 98 98
✉️ info@directairporttransfer.com
📅 Last Updated: July 2026 · This page is updated regularly.
