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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Side has to offer.

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When to visit Side

Side in November
Estimated hotel price
$233
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in November
Estimated hotel price
$233
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 54 km from Side. The shortest flight to Side from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 20h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Antalya, which is about 62 km from Side. You’ll find branches of Yours Car Rental and AllMeet Rent, among others, in Antalya.

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 54 km from Side. The shortest flight to Side from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 20h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Antalya, which is about 62 km from Side. You’ll find branches of Yours Car Rental and AllMeet Rent, among others, in Antalya.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (8,092 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,070 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,414 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,596 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,852 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,203 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,298 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,552 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,266 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (312 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (689 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (407 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,251 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,911 reviews)
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Where to stay in Side

From 5-star hotels such as the Royal Taj Mahal to great affordable options like the Akayda Butik Hotel, Side offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $113 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $346 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 (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$644+
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Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$342+
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Megasaray Resort Side
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$298+
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Aqi Pegasos World
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$341+
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Sueno Hotels Beach Side
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$325+
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Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$341+
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Hiring a car in Side

Expect to pay $1.98 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 $23.68 and $31.57. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.98 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 $23.68 and $31.57. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.