The brightly lit ATÜ duty-free shops at Antalya Airport are hard to miss, both when you land and while you wait for your flight home.
Are they worth your euros? For alcohol and tobacco they often are, but there is one thing you should never buy there.
Quick answer: Antalya Airport duty free is worth it for alcohol and tobacco, especially at the arrivals shops before you leave the airport, but not for Turkish delight or souvenirs.
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Where are the duty-free shops?
You don’t have to wait until your departure to shop. Antalya Airport has Duty-Free stores in both the Arrivals area (right by the baggage carousels) and the Departures area (after passport control).
If you want to buy international alcohol or tobacco for your holiday, buying it at the Arrivals Duty-Free before you leave the airport is usually a smart move, as imported alcohol is heavily taxed in Turkish supermarkets.
What can you buy?
The ATÜ Duty-Free stores are well-stocked and modern. You will find:
- Cosmetics & Perfumes: All major luxury brands (Chanel, Dior, Tom Ford, etc.).
- Alcohol: A massive selection of international whiskey, vodka, gin, and local Raki.
- Tobacco: Cigarettes and cigars (often sold in multi-carton deals).
- Confectionery: Giant Toblerones, M&Ms, and premium chocolates.
Don’t buy Turkish delight here
As you walk through the Duty-Free, you will see beautiful, shiny boxes of Lokum (Turkish Delight) and Baklava.
Our tip: Do not buy them! The boxed Turkish Delight sold in the airport is factory-made, has been sitting in plastic for months, and is incredibly overpriced.
If you want real, delicious Turkish souvenirs, buy them fresh from the spice markets or traditional sweet shops in Antalya city centre (like Kaleiçi) during your holiday. You will pay a fraction of the price, you can taste it before you buy, and the quality is 100 times better.
UK customs limits for Antalya Airport duty free
If you are flying back to the UK or the EU, remember that strict customs limits apply. For example, if you are heading back to the UK, your standard allowance is usually:
- 42 litres of beer or cider AND 18 litres of wine (still or sparkling).
- 4 litres of spirits (over 22% ABV).
- 200 cigarettes OR 250g of tobacco.
Always double-check the current UK allowances or the limits of your home country before loading up your basket!
(Heading out of the airport? Don’t forget to check our Airport Transfer Guide to avoid the taxi scams waiting outside the terminal!)
Arriving with bags to carry? With a pre-booked transfer your driver usually waits with your name in the arrivals area (check the meeting point in your booking confirmation), so you can walk straight from baggage reclaim to the car instead of queueing for a taxi.
FAQ: Antalya Airport duty free
Is there Antalya Airport duty free on arrival?
Yes. There are duty-free shops in the arrivals area by the baggage carousels, so you can shop before you leave the airport.
Is Antalya Airport duty free cheaper than the shops in town?
For imported alcohol and tobacco it usually is. For Turkish delight, spices and souvenirs it usually is not: buy those at a local market or supermarket instead.
What can I take home to the UK from Antalya Airport duty free?
See the typical UK allowances above, and always check the latest limits on GOV.UK before you fly.
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