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, Türkiye (Turkey). It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Side has to offer.

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When to visit Side

Side in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 307
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 307
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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 9h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Antalya, which is about 38 miles from Side. You’ll find branches of AllMeet Rent and Hit, among others, in Antalya.

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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 9h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Antalya, which is about 38 miles from Side. You’ll find branches of AllMeet Rent and Hit, among others, in Antalya.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,151 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,471 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,028 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,265 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,648 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,929 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (2,358 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,583 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,308 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (314 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (413 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,921 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,293 reviews)
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Where to stay in Side

From 5-star hotels such as the Berry Blue Hotels to great affordable options like the Akayda Butik Hotel, Side offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 289 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 833 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Side

Most booked hotels in Side

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Aqi Pegasos World
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 800+
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Marvida Family Eco
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 649+
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Kamelya Aishen Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,073+
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Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa
5 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
AED 793+
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Side Legend Hotel
4 stars
Okay (5.1, Okay reviews)
AED 224+
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Hiring a car in Side

Expect to pay AED 5.22 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 AED 62.58 and AED 83.43. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 5.22 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 AED 62.58 and AED 83.43. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.