Antalya Airport to Demre
Distance: 150 kmTravel time: 2 hours 15 minsNearest metro: None
Overview
Antalya Airport to Demre covers around 150 kilometres and about two hours fifteen minutes, tracing the coast past citrus groves before reaching a district built around Byzantine and Lycian history rather than a beach resort. Inside the arrivals area a name board marks out your driver for the Demre run, and because the flight is tracked in advance, an early or late touchdown only shifts the meeting time. Because Demre draws visitors specifically for the Church of St Nicholas and the rock tombs of ancient Myra, we take the time to confirm your exact hotel or guesthouse when booking, since the district is smaller than Antalya's main resort towns. The fare covers the whole distance and is agreed with you on WhatsApp before you travel.
Highlights
- Around 150 kilometres and roughly two hours fifteen minutes from the airport
- Coastal road passes citrus groves before reaching Demre district
- Built around history rather than a typical beach resort setting
- Close to the rock-cut Lycian tombs of ancient Myra
- Church of St Nicholas draws a distinct kind of visitor
- Name-board pickup at Antalya Airport with flight status checked
- Exact hotel or guesthouse confirmed at booking given the smaller district
- Fixed fare for the full distance agreed on WhatsApp
Route details
About the destination
Demre is a historic coastal district in Antalya Province, renowned for the ancient Lycian city of Myra, its iconic rock-cut tombs, and the historic Church of St. Nicholas.
Hotels nearby
- Andriake Beach Club Hotel
- Demyra Boutique Hotel
- Kekova Garden Village
Landmarks nearby
- Church of St. Nicholas
- Ancient City of Myra
- Lycian Rock-Cut Tombs
- Greco-Roman Theatre of Myra
Restaurants nearby
- İpek Restaurant
- Nur Pastaneleri
- Likya Cafe & Restaurant
- Tutku Restaurant
Nearest metro
None
Good to know
- Head past baggage claim toward the arrivals exit, where the Demre name board is easy to spot among other drivers.
- Confirm your exact guesthouse or hotel name in Demre when booking, since the district is compact.
- Exchange a little currency at Antalya Airport, as options thin out once you reach smaller Demre.
- The coastal road passes citrus groves, worth a photo stop if your driver has a moment.
- Plan a separate morning for the Church of St Nicholas and Myra rather than rushing it.
- Comfortable shoes help around the rock-cut Lycian tombs, which involve some uneven walking.
- Book the ruins visit for cooler morning hours, since Demre gets warm by early afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
At which point inside Antalya Airport should we look for our Demre driver?
Your driver for this Demre transfer waits just inside the arrivals hall itself, name board raised and your flight details already checked, ready to walk you straight out to the car for the coastal run east.
How long does the drive from Antalya Airport to Demre take?
Around two hours and fifteen minutes covers the roughly 150-kilometre coastal road, with the exact time depending on traffic near Antalya and along the citrus-growing stretches beyond.
Does the driver know the smaller guesthouses in Demre, not just big hotels?
Yes, since Demre is a smaller district than Antalya's resort towns, we confirm your exact accommodation name at booking so the driver goes straight to the right address.
Can we visit the Church of St Nicholas as part of the same trip?
This is a direct transfer to your accommodation, though many guests arrange a separate visit to the church and Myra ruins once settled in, which our team can help plan.
Do you provide a child seat for the Demre transfer?
A seat matched to your child's age is installed in the vehicle ahead of your landing at Antalya Airport, so let us know the age at the time you book the Demre transfer. Our coordinators are happy to cover any further detail about the 150-kilometre stretch to Demre.
What if our flight into Antalya arrives later than scheduled?
We track your flight number, so the driver's wait time adjusts automatically and you will still be met inside arrivals whatever the new landing time is.
Is the fare fixed for the whole Antalya Airport to Demre route?
The figure for the complete 150-kilometre stretch to Demre is worked out and confirmed with you over WhatsApp ahead of travel, so no extra amount appears once you are on the road. A quick WhatsApp message settles this once more before the two-hour-fifteen-minute drive begins.
Will the car stop anywhere along this coastal road?
Since the vehicle answers only to your group, a pause for pictures, fuel or simply stretching your legs can be worked in wherever it suits your family en route to Demre.
Is our vehicle shared with anyone else travelling to the same area?
Whichever vehicle is assigned, the V-Class or the Sprinter, it belongs to your party for the whole journey, and no other traveller is added at any point along the way. This keeps the Demre arrangement clear from booking through to arrival.
How do we pay for the transfer to Demre?
Once your Demre booking is confirmed, the payment method is agreed with our WhatsApp coordinator, settled before any driver is assigned to meet you at Antalya Airport. It is one detail worth settling before this two hours fifteen minutes journey begins.
