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

Side travel guide

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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, 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 November
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in November
Estimated hotel price
$100
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 54 km from Side. The shortest flight to Side from the United States departs from New York and takes around 15h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car rental from Antalya, which is about 62 km from Side. You’ll find branches of Yours Car Rental and Eren Rent, among others, in Antalya.

Bus

Side’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 54 km from Side. The shortest flight to Side from the United States departs from New York and takes around 15h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car rental from Antalya, which is about 62 km from Side. You’ll find branches of Yours Car Rental and Eren Rent, among others, in Antalya.

Bus

Side’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city center.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (7,809 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,764 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,236 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,880 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,699 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,369 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,149 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,463 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,152 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (659 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,100 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (385 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,876 reviews)
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Where to stay in Side

Average rates range from around $70 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $121 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 (9.3, 681 reviews)
$205+
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Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2095 reviews)
$104+
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Side Royal Style Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 534 reviews)
$107+
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Megasaray Resort Side
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 225 reviews)
$113+
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Kirman Calyptus Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 233 reviews)
$159+
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Kamelya Aishen Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1177 reviews)
$104+
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Renting a car in Side

Renting a car in Side costs $38 per day, on average, or $190 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, 15% more expensive than at Antalya.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Side, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Side costs $38 per day, on average, or $190 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, 15% more expensive than at Antalya.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Side, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

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