Trabzon Airport to Rize
Distance: 73.4 kmTravel time: 1 hr 5 minsNearest metro: None
Overview
Trabzon Airport to Rize is one of the shorter drives we run, following the Black Sea coast road for around an hour and five minutes until the tea-covered hills above Rize come into view. At Trabzon, a driver already checking your flight status meets you at arrivals holding your name, then takes you into Rize in a private Mercedes V-Class or Sprinter carrying no one but your party. Because the fare is put in writing before departure, nothing about the coastal drive itself needs discussing once you are on the road. Rize suits both business travellers heading into town and holidaymakers using the city as a base before continuing up into the highlands beyond it.
Highlights
- Coastal road covers about 73 km in roughly one hour and five minutes
- Tea plantations line the hills as the road nears Rize
- Name-board meet-and-greet waits past customs at Trabzon Airport
- Flight status checked before departure, even for early morning landings
- Your Mercedes V-Class or Sprinter carries only your own party, booking after booking
- Fixed vehicle price confirmed in writing ahead of your flight
- Ayder Plateau and Fırtına Valley are reachable onward from Rize
- Suits business trips into town as much as holiday stopovers
Route details
About the destination
Rize is a scenic coastal city in northeastern Turkey, renowned for its lush green tea plantations, picturesque Black Sea coastline, and stunning mountain highlands.
Hotels nearby
- Ricosta Hotel
- Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Rize
- Grand 464 Otel
Landmarks nearby
- Rize Castle
- Ayder Plateau
- Zil Castle
- Fırtına Valley
Restaurants nearby
- Evvel Zaman Yöresel Yemek
- Hüsrev Lokantası
- Lale Lokantası
- Huzur Restaurant
Nearest metro
None
Good to know
- Trabzon Airport is compact, so arrivals move through customs fairly fast
- Grab a SIM card or exchange cash near the arrivals hall exit
- The coastal road hugs the sea, so window seats suit photo stops
- Traffic tightens closer to Rize during the morning commute into town
- Have your Rize hotel address written down in Turkish for the driver
- Pack light rain gear, the tea-growing coast sees frequent short showers
- Ask about a brief tea-garden stop if you want a coastal photo break
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly does the driver wait at Trabzon Airport for Rize?
The name board for the Rize run stands just beyond the customs exit inside the terminal, positioned so your group can head straight to the Mercedes without first hunting for a taxi rank outside.
Is the road to Rize busy at certain times of day?
The coastal road can slow near Trabzon during the morning and evening rush, though outside those windows the drive to Rize generally runs close to its usual hour and five minutes.
How long is the transfer from Trabzon Airport to Rize?
This coastal run to Rize is over in about an hour and five minutes, among the quickest transfers on our Trabzon list.
Can you drop us directly at a hotel in central Rize?
Yes, the driver takes you straight to your hotel or apartment address in Rize, whether that is in the city centre or along the seafront road.
Can our toddler's car seat be fitted for the ride into Rize?
For this coastal run into Rize, mention each child's age when you book, and the driver arrives at Trabzon Airport with the correctly sized seat already fitted before your flight lands.
What happens if our flight into Trabzon is delayed?
Since the driver follows your flight number, a late touchdown at Trabzon simply shifts the pickup moment, not the fare already agreed for Rize.
Is it possible to add a short stop on the way to Rize?
Because the drive up from Trabzon follows the open coastline rather than a built-up stretch, a pause for photos or a tea break is straightforward to fit in once you flag it while booking the Rize transfer.
How do we pay for the transfer to Rize?
Payment can be settled in cash or by the method confirmed with our WhatsApp team beforehand, with the amount matching exactly what was agreed at booking.
Does anyone else ride along on the way into Rize?
No, every transfer to Rize is private to your group, with the whole vehicle reserved for you from the airport to your final address.
What is Rize known for besides tea plantations?
Rize also has a hilltop castle overlooking the coast and a compact old town, both easy to explore once you have settled into your accommodation.
