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Planning a trip to Fethiye? Smart move — it's one of Turkey's best coastal spots. But before you get to the turquoise water and lazy harbour lunches, you need to navigate the 45km from Dalaman Airport.
Here's everything you need to know, including a few tips that most guides skip.
Let's cut straight to what you're probably wondering:
| Transfer Type | Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus | €5-8 | MUTTAS service |
| HAVAS Shuttle | €8-12 | Airport shuttle |
| Shared Transfer | €15-25/person | Door-to-door |
| Private Car | €230-290 | Up to 3 passengers |
| Private Minivan | €290-350 | Up to 6 passengers |
| Private Minibus | €350-460 | Up to 10 passengers |
| Taxi | ~€350 | Fixed airport rate |
Those "from €15" shared shuttle prices? That's low season. July and August, expect to pay 20-30% more for everything. Book early to lock in better rates.
HAVAS runs late services, but frequency drops significantly after 10pm. If your flight lands at midnight, waiting around hoping for a bus isn't fun. Private transfer companies monitor flights and wait regardless of delays.
Airport taxi drivers know you have limited options. That €350 price tag isn't negotiable — it's a fixed rate set by local regulations. Bizarrely, a private transfer doing the identical journey costs €230-290. Don't be the tourist who doesn't know this.
Most price quotes are for Fethiye centre. Heading to Ölüdeniz, Hisarönü, or Kayaköy? Add €30-60 to private transfer costs. These places are 15-20 minutes beyond Fethiye.
The airport ATMs give decent rates. Grab some cash — HAVAS and MUTTAS prefer Lira, and it's useful for tips and small purchases anyway. The exchange bureaux work fine too, despite what some guides claim.
Booking your return journey at the same time as arrival often saves 10-15%. Most private transfer companies offer this.
Drivers generally speak enough English, but having your exact hotel name and address screenshotted (works offline) prevents any confusion. Helpful for hotels with similar names.
The municipal bus costs around €5-8. It's basic — think local commuter bus, not tourist coach. Multiple stops, takes 75-90 minutes, drops you at Fethiye bus station.
From the bus station, you'll need a dolmuş (local minibus) or taxi to your hotel. Fine for backpackers, tedious with luggage.
Pay €8-12 for the HAVAS shuttle — marginally comfier, fewer stops, about 60-70 minutes. Same endpoint: Fethiye bus station.
Still requires onward transport unless you're staying central.
€15-25 gets you door-to-door service in a shared minibus. Book online beforehand. You might wait 30 minutes at the airport while it fills, and you might be fourth in the drop-off queue, but you'll reach your actual hotel without hauling bags through bus stations.
€230-460 for the full package. Driver with name board, help with luggage, direct route to your accommodation, child seats if needed, usually free WiFi in the car.
For a family of four, that €260 divided works out to €65 each — not far off shared shuttle prices, with significantly more comfort.
Around €350. Just... don't.
Dalaman Airport → D400 Highway → Dalaman town → Göcek junction → Fethiye
It's a straightforward drive. Mountains to your left, occasional sea glimpses to your right. Not unpleasant, but not exactly scenic either.
For private transfers, I'd look at:
Most offer free cancellation up to 24-48 hours before, which is useful if plans change.
Don't overthink this. For most visitors:
Book your transfer before you fly, forget about it, and start looking forward to the good stuff — fresh fish on the harbour, boat trips through the islands, maybe some paragliding if you're feeling brave.
See you on the Turquoise Coast.