Bodrum Airport to Izmir

Distance: 223 kmTravel time: 2 hours 30 minsNearest metro: Konak Metro Station (M1)
Bodrum Airport to Izmir
Bodrum Airport to Izmir
Bodrum Airport to Izmir

Overview

Izmir lies about 223 kilometres from Bodrum Airport, an inter-city run of roughly two and a half hours that takes you off the resort peninsula and into Turkey's third largest city. Stepping off the plane at Bodrum, you will find your name already printed on a board in arrivals, since this inter-city run is tracked from take-off, and from there a private Mercedes, V-Class or Sprinter depending on your numbers, takes on the whole distance to Izmir without changing vehicle. The price is confirmed by message before you set off, in Arabic or English, so the length of the journey is already settled in what you agree to pay. Izmir's Kemeraltı Bazaar, Clock Tower and seafront Kordon promenade make the drive worthwhile for a city stay rather than a beach one.

Highlights

  • Inter-city run of about 223 kilometres, roughly two and a half hours
  • Journey moves you from a resort peninsula into a major city
  • Historic Kemeraltı Bazaar rewards an afternoon of wandering on foot
  • Izmir's Clock Tower anchors the city's central Konak square
  • Kordon seafront promenade suits an evening walk after check-in
  • One private Mercedes booked exclusively for your group throughout
  • Message-confirmed price settled before you leave the airport

Route details

About the destination

As Turkey's third-largest city, Izmir sits on the Aegean coast around a curving bay, its old quarter built around the Kemeraltı Bazaar and Clock Tower, with the Kordon promenade tracing the waterfront and layers of ancient heritage beneath the modern streets.

Hotels nearby

  • Swissôtel Büyük Efes İzmir
  • Izmir Marriott Hotel
  • Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek Thermal & Spa

Landmarks nearby

  • İzmir Clock Tower
  • Kemeraltı Bazaar
  • Kordon Promenade
  • Historical Elevator (Asansör)

Restaurants nearby

  • Deniz Restaurant
  • Tavacı Recep Usta
  • Asansör Restaurant
  • Balmumu Dükkan Lokanta

Nearest metro

Konak Metro Station (M1)

Good to know

  • Settle in for a longer drive, and use the terminal facilities before the two and a half hour journey.
  • Currency exchange and SIM counters are available in the Bodrum arrivals hall before you leave.
  • Traffic tends to build closer to central Izmir in late afternoon, so mornings often run smoother.
  • Bring entertainment or work for the ride if you plan to use the time productively.
  • Comfortable shoes help for exploring Kemeraltı Bazaar's narrow lanes once you arrive.
  • An evening walk along the Kordon promenade is a relaxed way to end a long travel day.
  • Confirm your exact Izmir address in advance, since the city is considerably larger than peninsula towns.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the road from Bodrum Airport to Izmir?
The drive covers around 223 kilometres and generally takes about two and a half hours, though your driver allows extra time during busy holiday traffic.
Does the driver take us to a specific hotel in Izmir?
Yes, share your Izmir hotel or address when booking, and the Mercedes drops you directly there rather than at a general city point.
Is there a metro in Izmir, and do you use it?
Izmir does have a metro line serving central Konak, but this service is a private door-to-door car, so you are driven the whole way without changing transport.
Can we request a short stop for coffee on such a long drive?
Flag it when you book the Izmir transfer and a brief stop can often be fitted in, though the usual arrangement takes you straight from Bodrum Airport to your address without any pause.
Are child seats provided for a two and a half hour journey?
Child seats for the Izmir route are arranged on request, so let us know each child's age while you are confirming the booking and the right seat will be ready.
What if our flight into Bodrum lands late?
Your flight is tracked throughout, so a late landing simply adjusts when your driver begins the Izmir drive, with no impact on the price agreed.
How is the fare for such a long route confirmed?
The full 223-kilometre Izmir fare is agreed with you on WhatsApp ahead of travel, in Arabic or English, and stays exactly as confirmed once the drive is underway.
Is the vehicle shared with passengers going elsewhere in Izmir?
The car booked for the Izmir transfer carries only your group for the whole journey, with no other bookings or unrelated stops added along the way.
How much luggage suits a longer inter-city transfer?
The Sprinter in particular suits larger groups with extra luggage on this longer route, so mention bag numbers when you book so the right vehicle is sent.
What should first-time visitors see in Izmir?
Kemeraltı Bazaar, the Clock Tower and the Kordon seafront promenade are among Izmir's best-known sights, all reachable easily once your driver drops you in the city.