Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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, 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in January
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Side in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 238 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Side, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.

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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 34 miles from Side. The shortest flight to Side from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 26h 20m.

Bus

Side’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 34 miles from Side. The shortest flight to Side from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 26h 20m.

Bus

Side’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (7,777 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,724 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,213 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,868 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,679 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,360 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,138 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,452 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,145 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (657 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,092 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (382 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,870 reviews)
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Where to stay in Side

Average rates range from around $109 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $170 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Side

Most booked hotels in Side

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Barut Hemera
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$291+
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Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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Aqi Pegasos World
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$206+
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Megasaray Resort Side
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$163+
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Kamelya Aishen Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$140+
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Luna Blanca Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Hiring a car in Side

Expect to pay $1.80 per litre in Side (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.60 and $28.80. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.80 per litre in Side (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.60 and $28.80. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.