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, 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 54 km from Side. The shortest flight to Side from the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 15m.

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 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 54 km from Side. The shortest flight to Side from the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 15m.

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 AllMeet Rent, among others, in Antalya.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (8,223 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,194 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,055 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,965 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,433 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,375 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,326 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (315 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (417 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,300 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,928 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 $70 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $200 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Side

Most booked hotels in Side

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TUI BLUE Palm Garden
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 239 reviews)
$332+
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Kaya Side
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 109 reviews)
$170+
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Megasaray Resort Side
5 stars
Excellent (9, 216 reviews)
$135+
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Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2150 reviews)
$238+
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Aqi Pegasos World
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 685 reviews)
$202+
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Marvida Family Eco
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 548 reviews)
$152+
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Renting a car in Side

Renting a car in Side costs $56 per day, on average, or $278 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, 17% more expensive than at Antalya.

Expect to pay $5.56 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 $66.77 and $89.03. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Side, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Side costs $56 per day, on average, or $278 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, 17% more expensive than at Antalya.

Expect to pay $5.56 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 $66.77 and $89.03. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Side, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

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