Put your Avsallar hotel confirmation beside your flight ticket before you arrange a taxi or a private transfer from Antalya Airport (AYT). The destination on the transfer request should be the reception where you will check in. Avsallar is a small resort town on the Alanya side of the Antalya coast. It sits about 110 km from the terminal, and the drive takes about 100 minutes in normal conditions. That is long enough to feel like a real journey and short enough to do straight after landing, even with children. This guide walks through the whole trip with Turkey Transfer, from the arrivals hall to your hotel door, and then through the town, its beach, its evenings and the way back to the airport.
The drive from Antalya Airport to Avsallar
The distance is 110 km and the planning time is 100 minutes. Treat that figure as a typical time without major delays. It does not include the walk through passport control, the wait at the baggage belt or the time you spend finding your driver.
Leaving the airport area, you join the main coastal highway, the D400, heading east. For the first stretch the land is flat and open. The road passes through Aksu and then Serik, where greenhouses and citrus groves fill the plain between the road and the mountains. The sea is mostly out of sight at this point, and you may see the Taurus range as a long dark line on your left, with snow on the high summits well into spring.
Further on, the highway runs through the Manavgat area. The turn-off for Side is here, and so are the first resort belts of the eastern coast. After Manavgat the road bends closer to the shore, and you pass Çolaklı and then Okurcalar. Avsallar follows soon after Okurcalar. From here Alanya is still a short drive further east.
You do not need to do anything during the drive. Some practical points will make it easier:
- Sit on the left side of the car if you want mountain views for most of the way. The sea side is on the right on the way east, but the sea only appears in the last part of the trip.
- Have water and a light snack in your hand luggage. The ride is a little under two hours, and the car does not stop for shops unless you agree a stop with the driver beforehand.
- Keep your hotel confirmation open on your phone. If the driver needs to call the property for the vehicle entrance, the booking name helps.
Typical and busy times
Outside the peak season the D400 is calm, and 100 minutes is a realistic figure. In July and August the road is busier, especially at weekends. On a Saturday many resorts change their guests in the same few hours. Coaches, minibuses and private cars then arrive at the same hotels together, and the last kilometres before the hotel can be slower than the long straight road before them. If you land in the afternoon in high summer, expect some extra time. Do not plan a tight dinner reservation or a hotel event for the first hour after your estimated arrival.
Arrival and meeting your driver at the airport
Antalya Airport has two international terminals and one domestic terminal. Check the terminal shown in your latest travel information before you leave home. Airlines sometimes change terminals, so look again on the day.
When you book your transfer, send these items:
- The number of the flight landing in Antalya.
- The local arrival date.
- The terminal shown in your latest travel information.
- The final flight leg, if you are on a connection.
- The full name of your hotel or apartment and the number of passengers.
Save the agreed meeting instructions and contact details offline, so you can read them even if your mobile data does not work yet. Roaming can take a few minutes to start after landing.
Collect your luggage first, and then follow the meeting message. If a bag does not arrive on the belt, or if your flight changes, contact the provider to agree the next step and any waiting charges. Do not leave the terminal building and then try to come back in, because the driver will usually be waiting outside the arrivals exit.
Matching the hotel name to your booking
Many guests arrive with a beach location or a hotel brand name instead of the exact entrance. In Avsallar this causes confusion because large resorts and small apartment buildings stand close to each other. Copy the full hotel name from your reservation. Ask reception which vehicle entrance to use.
Two hotel names are useful as examples of what to match against your booking:
- Rubi Platinum Spa Resort & Suites, on İncekum Caddesi, No. 38, in Avsallar Mahallesi, Alanya.
- My Home Resort Hotel, on Karaçaltı Caddesi in Fuğla, Alanya.
A brand name or a photo of the beach does not identify the unloading point. If someone sends you a beach location or the booking-office address of a hotel group, ask the property to confirm the guest entrance first. If reception sends a revised address, update the transfer request before you accept the quote.
For an apartment stay, include the building number and the place where the host will hand over the keys. A host may meet you at the street door, in a nearby cafe or at a small office. The driver can only find the right place if you tell him.
If your confirmation says Okurcalar and not Avsallar, use the Antalya Airport to Okurcalar route for that destination. The two towns are close, but the fare and the drop-off point are for a specific place.
Luggage, passengers and the vehicle
Before you choose the vehicle, count what you carry. A family staying in Avsallar should list:
- Large cases.
- Cabin bags.
- A folded pushchair.
- The total number of passengers, including children and babies.
Give dimensions for bulky equipment, such as a golf bag, a bicycle or a mobility aid. Ask the provider to confirm that everything fits. Also ask about the suitability and the cost of a child seat if you need one. A seat is not automatic. You must request it when you book, and the provider should confirm that it will be in the car.
If you need assistance between the vehicle and reception, arrange it clearly in advance. Keep your room confirmation and your essential items accessible while the driver loads the larger bags. Passports, medicine, a charger and a bottle of water should stay with you, not in the boot.
Checking the total for your destination
For a private transfer, use the current total per vehicle shown for your selection. The fare is for the whole car, not for each passenger. If no price is shown, request a quote and include the hotel entrance, the number of passengers and the luggage.
Check these points before you confirm:
- Any charge for requested equipment, such as a child seat.
- Any charge for an extra stop on the way.
- Any charge for waiting after the agreed time.
- The order of drop-offs, if your group needs two hotels, and the resulting total.
If you take a taxi at the airport instead, ask how the fare will be charged for your exact address before you set off. A 110 km ride is long, and an agreed answer at the start avoids a discussion at the hotel.
Avsallar in a few words
Avsallar is not a historic city. It is a resort town built around its beach and the pine woodland behind it. The name is linked with İncekum, which means "fine sand." İncekum is the protected pine and dune park next to the town, and the hotel row stands close to it. There is no old harbour and no castle in the centre, as there are in Alanya. What you find is a low-key rhythm: breakfast, beach, pool, a walk along the promenade, dinner and an early night.
The town sits inside the Alanya district, but it feels calmer than Alanya itself. The hotels are mostly lower than the big towers you see in some other resorts. The drive from the airport is also shorter than to the centre of Alanya, so you reach your room earlier.
Who each area suits
The areas around Avsallar are similar at first sight, and they differ in small ways.
- Close to the beach and İncekum. This is the best choice for families with young children and for guests who want to walk to the sand with a towel. You can be on the beach in a few minutes, and you do not need a car for the daily routine.
- Near the town centre and the main street. This suits guests who like to walk to a shop, a pharmacy or a cafe in the evening. The Wednesday market is also nearby.
- The hotels back from the sea. These are often quieter and sometimes simpler. They suit guests who plan to spend the day on excursions and use the room mainly to sleep.
- Neighbouring Okurcalar and Konaklı. If your booking is in Okurcalar, Konaklı or central Alanya, those routes price the fare for that zone. Ask your hotel which neighbourhood it belongs to if the confirmation says only "Alanya area."
The beach and İncekum Nature Park
İncekum is the reason many families choose this part of the coast. The water by the shore is shallow and the sea floor goes down gently, so small children can paddle without going quickly into deep water. A lifeguarded stretch is more comfortable than an open stretch of coast, but always check the flags on the day and keep children in sight.
The Ministry list of nature parks records walking and picnic activities for İncekum Nature Park. Check current access and any entry charges with the park before you go. Plan that visit after you settle into your accommodation, not on the day of your arrival. Arrange the outward ride, the return meeting point and luggage storage separately. The airport transfer does not include a park visit.
A few kilometres east of the hotel row, the cold water of the Alara River reaches the sea. It is a quieter place than the hotel beaches. Many guests like it for a calm walk in the morning. The river water is much cooler than the sea, which is a welcome change on a very hot day.
The Wednesday market and the evening promenade
Avsallar has a weekly market on Wednesdays. It sets up on Karaçaltı Caddesi next to the town hall. If your stay includes a Wednesday, go in the morning, when the stalls are full and the air is still cool. You will find fruit, vegetables, spices, cloth, bags and many small items for gifts. Bargaining is normal at stalls with no printed price. Keep small notes in your pocket and keep your phone and wallet in a front pocket in the crowd.
The seafront promenade is next to the market area, and it fills up near sunset. Families walk slowly, children ride on the paths, and the sea changes colour as the sun goes down. It is a simple evening, and it is the part of the day that many guests remember. Bring a light jacket in spring and autumn, when the wind from the sea cools the evening.
Food and evenings
Most guests in Avsallar book an all-inclusive hotel, so breakfast, lunch and dinner are in the hotel. Even so, one evening in the town is worth the effort. The main street has small restaurants, bakeries, supermarkets and pharmacies, and it feels like a Turkish town and not only a resort. Look for grilled fish, kebab, fresh bread, salads with olive oil and sweet Turkish desserts. Turkish tea is served in small glasses, and a second glass often follows without a request.
Evenings in Avsallar are quiet compared with Alanya town. If you want music, bars and a long night out, plan a trip to Alanya and arrange the return carefully. If you want a calm dinner and an early night, Avsallar is already enough.
Families and children
This route is popular with families because the journey is simple and the destination is calm. Some notes help the first day go well.
- Request a child or booster seat in advance. Put the age and weight of each child in the request. Ask the provider to confirm that the seat will be in the car and to tell you the cost.
- Choose a hotel close to the beach if the children are small. A short walk with a pushchair is easier than a taxi at every outing.
In the first two days, keep activities simple. A short time on the beach and a quiet dinner are enough after a long travel day.
Late-night and early-morning flights
Many flights to and from Antalya arrive or depart at night. A late arrival needs a little preparation.
- Send the hotel your flight number and tell it that you expect to check in after midnight.
- Confirm that reception is open and that someone will give you the room key.
- Send the transfer provider your latest flight information, and ask what happens if the flight is late.
- Keep the driver's contact details on your phone, and save them offline.
The road at night is quiet, but the last section into the resort may be dark. Ask the driver to stop at the main entrance of your hotel, not on the beach side. If the hotel has a separate guest entrance, give that information in advance.
For an early departure, you leave Avsallar while the town is still asleep. The breakfast room may not be open yet. Ask the hotel for a packed breakfast, if the hotel offers one, and settle your bill the evening before. This avoids a queue at reception when the car arrives.
Returning to Antalya Airport
The way back is the same 110 km and about 100 minutes. For the Avsallar to Antalya Airport return, give your departure flight and agree the pickup time using your airline's airport arrival guidance. Then add time to bring the bags from your room to the agreed vehicle entrance.
A simple method for planning your departure:
- Find the time when you must be at the airport, using your airline's guidance for your flight.
- Subtract the drive time of about 100 minutes.
- Subtract extra time for a busy road in July, August and on weekends.
- Subtract time for checkout and for the walk with luggage.
- Agree that pickup time with the provider, and write it in the confirmation.
On the day, be ready in the lobby a few minutes before the agreed time. Leave your room key at reception, check the room for chargers and passports, and check the safe. A forgotten phone charger is a small problem. A forgotten passport is a large one.
If your return flight is early in the morning, the road is quiet, but the hotel may be slow at that hour. If your flight is in the afternoon, you can have breakfast and a last walk on the beach, but you should still leave with margin. The day of departure is not the day to save ten minutes.
Day trips from Avsallar
You can see a lot from Avsallar in a day. The following places are close enough for a half-day or a full-day trip. Arrange these trips separately from the airport transfer, and agree the times and the return pickup in advance.
Syedra
On the hill behind Avsallar are the ruins of Syedra, an ancient city that many holidaymakers never visit. The site looks over the sea on one side and the foothills of the Taurus Mountains on the other. Wear shoes with a good grip, because the ground is uneven. Go in the morning or late in the afternoon, since there is little shade in the middle of the day. Check current access with the local authorities before you plan the trip.
Alara Castle and Alarahan
Two Seljuk-era sights are within reach for guests who want to do more than the beach. Alara Castle was rebuilt in 1232 on a hilltop above the Alara River gorge. The Alarahan caravanserai nearby was built in 1231-32 for Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad. It served as the first overnight stop on the old caravan route between Alanya and Konya. Both sights are closer to Okurcalar than to the hotel row in Avsallar. If you want this detour as part of a transfer, mention it when you book, so that it is not a separate taxi later.
Alanya town
Alanya is the main town of the district, and it is a short drive east of Avsallar. The castle stands on the headland above the harbour. The Kızıl Kule, the Red Tower, stands by the old shipyard. Cleopatra Beach is on the western side of the peninsula. Damlataş Cave is a small cave near the harbour. Go early in summer, since the castle hill is hot at midday, and bring water and a hat.
Side and Manavgat
On the way back toward Antalya you pass Manavgat. The ancient ruins of Side stand on a small peninsula by the sea, with a theatre, a temple by the water and a small town of shops and cafes. The Manavgat Waterfall is a short drive from the town. It is a simple stop for a family. These places lie on the road between the airport and Avsallar, so some guests prefer to visit them on a separate day with a different driver and a clear plan.
Dim Cave
Dim Cave lies in the valley behind Alanya. It is a long stalactite cave open to visitors. Restaurants along the Dim River serve fish, and in summer people go river tubing nearby. It is a good choice on a day when the sea is too rough or the heat is too strong.
Seasons in Avsallar
Spring. The sea is still cool, the air is fresh and the pine woodland is green. It is a pleasant time for walks and for trips to Syedra and the Alara valley. Many hotels are open, but some facilities may begin later in the season. Check with your hotel.
Summer. July and August are hot and busy. The beach is at its best for swimming, but the road is busier, and the middle of the day is very hot. Keep your transfer time in mind on Saturdays, when many resorts change guests together. Choose early or late outings, and keep children in the shade at midday.
Autumn. The sea is warm after the summer, the beach is quieter, and the evening promenade is more relaxed. This is a good time for families with school-age children on a holiday break, and for guests who prefer fewer crowds.
Winter. Many hotels in the resort belt close or reduce their services. The town is quiet, and the weather is mild but not for swimming. If you plan to travel in winter, confirm that your hotel is open and that reception will be staffed when you arrive.
With the details above ready, the trip from Antalya Airport to Avsallar is simple. You land, collect your bags, meet your driver and spend about 100 minutes on the road to a calm resort town by the pines and the fine sand of İncekum.
