Fethiye is primarily served by Dalaman Airport (DLM) for air travel, which is the closest gateway. The city also features a central bus station, Fethiye Otogar, and a ferry port providing international connections.
Flights:
Dalaman Airport (DLM):: Located approximately 45-50 kilometers from Fethiye. Transfer options include shared shuttle buses (Havaş), which typically take around 49-60 minutes and cost approximately ₺40-190 or €3.85 (TRY 175). Taxis offer a quicker journey of about 43-45 minutes, with fares around €50 (TRY 2,287) or ₺1,100-1,500. Private transfers are also available, taking approximately 45 minutes and costing around €40-€80 depending on the vehicle.
Antalya Airport (AYT):: Situated approximately 200 kilometers from Fethiye, serving as a larger international alternative. Bus travel from Antalya Airport to Fethiye involves a connection at Antalya Bus Station, with total travel times ranging from 3 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 32 minutes and costs around €6 (₺150-600). Taxis take approximately 2 hours 51 minutes to 2 hours 58 minutes, with fares around €126.40 (₺5,500-7,000).
Buses:
Fethiye's central bus station (Otogar) provides intercity bus services across Turkey. Major routes include to Antalya (approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 32 minutes, ₺299-600 or $12-16) and Istanbul (approximately 10 hours 25 minutes to 13 hours 45 minutes, ₺1,300 or $25-65/€20-60).
Ferries:
Regular ferry services operate from Fethiye to Rhodes, Greece. The journey typically lasts between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes. Round-trip tickets generally start from €33-€65. These ferries primarily accommodate passengers, not vehicles.
Car Rental:
Car rental services are available at both Dalaman Airport and within Fethiye. Daily rental rates can start from approximately $35 (around €32). An International Driving Permit is required for driving in Turkey.
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