Antalya Airport to Lara is the shortest transfer from AYT to any beach resort: the Lara and Kundu hotel strip is only about 15–20 km away, usually 15–25 minutes by car. Because it is so close, the cheapest option here is often different from the longer routes to Side or Alanya.
Quick answer: by day, a metered yellow taxi from the airport rank is usually the cheapest way from Antalya Airport to Lara or Kundu, at roughly ₺800–1,050 (about £12–16). A pre-booked private transfer costs from about £32 (US$43) to Lara and £33 (US$44) to Kundu for the whole car, and makes most sense for late-night arrivals, families who need child seats, or if you simply want a driver waiting with your name.
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Antalya Airport to Lara and Kundu: quick facts
| Distance | about 15–20 km to the Lara and Kundu hotels |
| Driving time | usually 15–25 minutes; a little longer in summer traffic |
| Cheapest option by day | Metered yellow taxi from the official rank |
| Private transfer (car, up to 3 people) | From about £32 (US$43) to Lara and £33 (US$44) to Kundu on KiwiTaxi, checked October 2026 |
| Official yellow taxi (metered) | About ₺800–1,050 (roughly £12–16), depending on your hotel, day or night |
| Public transport | Bus 800 towards Lara, but infrequent and not to the hotel doors |
| Live flight arrivals | Official Antalya Airport website |
Taxi or private transfer to Lara?
On most routes from AYT we recommend pre-booking, because the meter adds up on a long drive. Lara is the exception. The ride is short, so a daytime taxi on the meter usually costs well under half the price of a pre-booked car. That makes the choice simple:
- Take a metered taxi if you land during the day, travel light and are happy to queue at the official rank for a few minutes.
- Pre-book a private transfer if you land late at night, travel with young children and need child seats, are a group with lots of luggage, or want a fixed price and a driver waiting for you in arrivals.
Antalya Airport to Lara: your options compared
1. Official taxi from the rank
Licensed yellow taxis wait outside the arrivals hall and must use the meter (taksimetre). Agree before you set off that the meter will be used and check that it is running. Ignore anyone inside the terminal offering a “fixed price” to Lara: on such a short trip, a fixed price is almost always far above the meter. Our scam alerts explain the common tricks.
- Give the driver your hotel’s exact name: the Lara and Kundu strip is long, and many hotels have similar names.
- The meter rate is the same day and night.
- Most taxis accept card payment, but carry some Turkish lira just in case.
2. Pre-booked private transfer
A driver usually meets you in arrivals with your name (check the meeting point in your booking confirmation), helps with your bags and takes you straight to your hotel door. The price is fixed when you book and the driver tracks your flight, so a delay costs you nothing extra. For a family, the price per person can end up close to a taxi once you add a second car for the luggage.
- Ask for child seats when you book; they are not always automatic.
- A minivan for up to 7 people costs about the same as a saloon on this route.
3. Public transport
Bus 800 runs from the airport towards Lara and the city centre, but only about every two hours, and it stops on the city side of Lara rather than at the hotel entrances on the Lara–Kundu strip. With suitcases it is rarely worth it for such a short and cheap taxi ride. If you do want to try it, check the latest times in the AntalyaKart or Moovit app before you fly.
Arriving in Lara and Kundu: local tips
- Lara is the closest beach area to Antalya Airport, so it is a great choice for short breaks and late flights home: you can stay at the pool longer on your last day.
- Kundu is the eastern end of the strip, home to many of the large themed all-inclusive hotels. It is a few minutes further than Lara, and the transfer price is almost the same.
- Planes take off and land nearby, so if you are a light sleeper, ask for a room away from the airport side of the hotel.
- Land of Legends is in Belek, about 25–30 minutes east by car. See our Land of Legends guide before you go.
- The Lower Düden Waterfall, where the river drops about 40 metres into the sea, is just along the coast road from the Lara hotels. See our Duden Waterfalls guide for the boat trips and tours.
Common traps to avoid
- “Fixed price” taxi offers inside the terminal: on a 20-minute ride the meter is almost always cheaper.
- Paying in pounds or euros in cash at a poor exchange rate. Agree the currency before the journey.
- No mobile data on arrival, so you can’t check your booking or message your driver. Sort out an eSIM before you fly. See our SIM card guide.
Things to do from Lara and Kundu
Once you have settled in, these are the well-reviewed day trips we would look at from Lara. Most include hotel pickup, but always check the pickup area for your hotel and what each option includes.
- Lara pirate boat day trip with lunch: a fun family day at sea with swim stops, rated 4.4 from about 800 reviews, with pickup from the Lara area.
- Old city, Duden Waterfalls and cable car tour: rated 4.5 from over 3,300 reviews, with hotel pickup and lunch.
The Lower Duden Waterfall is just along the coast road from the Lara hotels; see our Duden Waterfalls guide. For a hamam near Lara, see our Turkish bath guide.
Want more ideas? Our guide to the best things to do in Antalya covers free sights, boat trips, day trips and adventure, with 2026 prices.
Which to choose for Lara
For most daytime arrivals, the official metered taxi is the cheapest and quickest way from Antalya Airport to Lara or Kundu. Pre-book a private transfer if you land late, need child seats or simply want the certainty of a fixed price and a driver waiting for you.
Lara is the closest beach area to the airport; see where to stay in Antalya for how it compares with Belek and Side.
Lara is a favourite with families; see Antalya with kids for child seats, beaches and days out.
FAQ: Antalya Airport to Lara and Kundu
How far is Lara from Antalya Airport?
The Lara and Kundu hotel strip is about 15–20 km from Antalya Airport, usually 15–25 minutes by car. It is the closest beach resort area to the airport.
How much is a taxi from Antalya Airport to Lara?
The meter usually comes to roughly ₺800–1,050 (about £12–16), depending on your hotel. A pre-booked private transfer costs from about £32 (US$43) for the whole car.
Is there a bus from Antalya Airport to Lara?
Bus 800 runs from the airport towards Lara, but only about every two hours and not to the hotel entrances on the Lara–Kundu strip. For most visitors a taxi is far easier.
Should I pre-book a transfer to Kundu?
It is worth it if you land late at night, travel with young children or have lots of luggage. By day, a metered taxi from the official rank is usually cheaper on this short route.
For a full comparison of every way out of AYT, read our complete Antalya Airport transfer guide.
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