Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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You're Going to Love Side

With a population of 10,505, Side is a must-see destination in Antalya Province, Türkiye (Turkey). It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Side has to offer.

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When to visit Side

Side in February
Estimated hotel price
$79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in February
Estimated hotel price
$79
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Side in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 9.4″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Side, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Side

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 34 miles from Side. The shortest flight to Side from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 20h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car rental from Antalya, which is about 38 miles from Side. You’ll find branches of Yours Car Rental and AllMeet Rent, among others, in Antalya.

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 34 miles from Side. The shortest flight to Side from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 20h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car rental from Antalya, which is about 38 miles from Side. You’ll find branches of Yours Car Rental and AllMeet Rent, among others, in Antalya.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (8,286 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,272 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,112 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,022 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,384 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,399 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,627 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,923 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (430 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (607 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,327 reviews)
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Where to stay in Side

From 5-star hotels such as the Robinson Club Pamfilya to great affordable options like the Akayda Butik Hotel, Side offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $65 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $150 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Side

Most booked hotels in Side

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Barut Hemera
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 789 reviews)
$196+
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Barut B Suites
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 320 reviews)
$141+
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Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2129 reviews)
$136+
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Megasaray Resort Side
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 209 reviews)
$133+
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Aqi Pegasos World
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 746 reviews)
$182+
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Kamelya Aishen Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1221 reviews)
$187+
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Renting a car in Side

Renting a car in Side costs $57 per day, on average, or $284 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at Antalya.

Expect to pay $6.44 per gallon in Side (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $77.22 and $102.96.

Renting a car in Side costs $57 per day, on average, or $284 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at Antalya.

Expect to pay $6.44 per gallon in Side (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $77.22 and $102.96.

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