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Getting to Antalya with Your Dog

🇹🇷Antalya, Turkey·Updated 26 June 2026

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Antalya Airport (AYT) is the busiest tourism airport in Turkey and one of the top five in Europe by summer passenger volume. It has direct flights from most European cities April-October. Dogs travel in the hold; car hire is available at the airport and is the best option for exploring the coast.

💡 Quick Tips

1.Turkey requires a Turkish health certificate (not EU pet passport) issued by an official vet within 10 days of entry. Rabies vaccination must be at least 21 days old. ISO 15-digit microchip required.
2.Car hire at Antalya Airport is competitive and strongly recommended; the coastal road (D400) to Kaş (190 km west) or Side (75 km east) passes outstanding scenery and dog-accessible ruins.
3.The airport is 12 km east of Kaleiçi; taxi with a dog costs about €15-20. Most taxi drivers will accept dogs in the boot or on a waterproof blanket.
4.Antalya is also reachable by overnight sleeper bus from Istanbul (11-12 hours, Kamil Koç or Metro Turizm, small dogs in carriers under the seat accepted).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my dog fly into Antalya Airport?

Dogs fly in the cargo hold on all carriers operating AYT. Turkish Airlines, easyJet, Ryanair, and TUI all operate this route. Check your carrier's pet policy. Most require a hard-sided carrier or airline-approved soft carrier for hold travel.

Is it better to drive or fly with a dog to Antalya?

Flying is faster but the hold can be stressful. Driving from western Europe is 35-40 hours; manageable for dogs who travel well in a car, with overnight stops in Slovenia, Serbia, and Bulgaria. Many dog owners choose to fly to Istanbul and rent a car for the Antalya coast from there (9 hours drive on good highway).

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💡 Quick Tips

1.Turkey requires a Turkish health certificate (not EU pet passport) issued by an official vet within 10 days of entry. Rabies vaccination must be at least 21 days old. ISO 15-digit microchip required.

2.Car hire at Antalya Airport is competitive and strongly recommended; the coastal road (D400) to Kaş (190 km west) or Side (75 km east) passes outstanding scenery and dog-accessible ruins.

3.The airport is 12 km east of Kaleiçi; taxi with a dog costs about €15-20. Most taxi drivers will accept dogs in the boot or on a waterproof blanket.

4.Antalya is also reachable by overnight sleeper bus from Istanbul (11-12 hours, Kamil Koç or Metro Turizm, small dogs in carriers under the seat accepted).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my dog fly into Antalya Airport?

Is it better to drive or fly with a dog to Antalya?