Search Flights from Samsun to Izmir

Samsun is the most developed and largest city of the Black Sea Region in Turkey. It is also a very dynamic city with a population of 1 million 300 people. Samsun is a developed city in terms of industry, agriculture and maritime transport. Urban transportation is provided by bus, minibus and taxi. It is possible to go to Amasya and Sivas from Samsun by train.

The city also has ferryboat transportation. Samsun Çarşamba Airport is 19 kilometers to the city center. Airport transportation is provided by taxi, passenger shuttle services, Havaş shuttle services and rental car.

Havaş

It is possible to get to the airport by Havaş shuttles which depart from different points including the stops at opposite the Central Big Mosque, near the AKM building and at the Kültür Car Park. Havaş shuttles also depart from Atakum district of Samsun.

Taxi

Taking a taxi is the most practical and fastest way of getting to the airport. You will not have any problem getting a taxi in the city and district centers. You can also bargain with the driver by saying that you are going to the airport.

Rent a car

Once you arrive at the airport, you can deliver the rental car to the car rental offices at the airport. At Samsun Çarşamba Airport, there are the offices of many car rental companies.

Airport Information

Samsun Çarşamba Airport was established in 1998 and it began to serve for passenger flights in 1999. The first airport, which was closer to the city center, had caused some accidents due to small and unfavorable runways and then a new airport has been established in Çarşamba. The Çarşamba Airport has both domestic and international terminals. The airport covers a 11.500-km area.

You can get to the city center from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, which is located in the Gaziemir district 18 km away, by Havas shuttles, public buses, train, taxi or personal car. You can also rent a car at the airport.

Personal Car

If you are going to drive to the city center from Adnan Menderes Airport using your personal car, you can get to central locations like Alsancak and Konak in about 30 minutes.

Havaş

Havaş shuttles are a good choice to reach the city center. Havaş shuttles provide high frequency transportation to the city starting in the early morning and continue until late at night. You can reach many locations both in the city and outside the city, like Alsancak, Karsiyaka, Kusadasi, and Aydin, using Havaş shuttles.

In addition, from March-October Havaş shuttles provide transportation to and from Çeşme.

Taxi

You can get to your destination quickly by taking a taxi. Taxis are located right outside the terminal. However, if you’re going somewhere outside of the city like Çeşme taking a taxi can be very expensive. We would recommend finding out the distance to your destination and calculating the fare before hand.

Bus

Public buses are another alternative to get to the city center. Using line 200 you can get to Mavisehir, using line 202 you can get to Alsancak and its surrounding areas, and using line 204 you can get to Bornova and its surrounding areas. Before getting on the bus purchase a Kentkart (smart card for fare payment), which is valid for the metro and train as well.

Train

The fastest and most practical way to get to the city center from Adnan Menderes Airport is by train. The platforms are just outside the terminal, a short walk away. You can buy a Kentkart on the platform and take the train to the city center.

Rental Cars

Renting a car to get around in Izmir is a good idea, especially if you plan to spend a few days in the city and/or travel to the surrounding areas. You can reserve your vehicle in advance and pick it up from the car rental office located at the airport. You can return your vehicle at the airport rental office a few hours before your departure. In Izmir traffic is generally mild, with the exception of rush hour, which is another reason why renting a car can be more advantageous. Rental car agencies at the airport include Avis, Hertz, Işıl Tur, Sun Rent a Car, and Duray Rent a Car.

Airport Information

You can watch aircrafts land and take off from almost every part of Adnan Menderes Airport. After you go through the security check there are many eating and drinking alternatives in the domestic and international terminals, including Kantin, Starbucks, Gloria Jean's, Cafe İzmir, Burger King and Beer Port.

If you are travelling internationally, you can go shopping for a variety of products like chocolate, alcohol, and perfume at the Duty Free shops. Some of these shops include the Old Bazaar, Duty Free Shop, Desa, Alsancak and D&R. If you have time before your departure you can enjoy the Comfort Lounge and THY CIP Lounge in the domestic terminal and the Millenium Lounge in the international terminal.

To take advantage of this space, where you can read daily newspapers, relax in comfortable chairs, and enjoy free refreshments, you simply have to pay an entry fee. THY CIP Lounge is free to Business and First Class passengers.

Certain credit card holders can use the Millenium Lounge and Comfort Lounge for free or at a discounted price. By finding out more information about these conditions you and your loved ones can have a more enjoyable experience before your flight.