Transport accessibility remains a key factor when choosing real estate in Turkey
Regional accessibility remains a key factor when choosing real estate in Turkey
Antalya Airport served 19.2 million passengers in the first seven months of 2026, while Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport handled nearly 485,000 people. Russia continues to lead among tourist markets. However, high passenger traffic is not a guarantee of profitability — it is an important competitive advantage for liquid properties.
According to official data from the General Directorate of State Airports Authority (DHMİ), in the first seven months of 2026, Antalya Airport served 19,209,979 passengers.
During the same period, passenger traffic at Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport reached 484,511 people.
Overall, airports across Turkey served 138,758,202 passengers, marking a 2.6% increase compared to the same period last year.
As of July 20, Antalya had also welcomed over 6.5 million international guests.
Russia continued to rank first among the region's key tourism markets.
It is important to interpret these numbers correctly.
Airport passenger traffic does not equal the number of unique tourists, nor does it guarantee automatic property value growth or rental income.
However, high transport accessibility enhances the region's attractiveness for:
- tourists;
- foreign property owners;
- investors;
- tenants;
- buyers looking for permanent residence.
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Subscribe to Telegram📍 WHAT SHOULD AN INVESTOR CHECK?
When choosing a property, it is essential to consider more than just the distance to the sea.
You should verify:
- actual transfer time to the airport;
- availability of direct and connecting flights from target countries;
- transport accessibility of the specific district;
- availability of public transport;
- operation of shops, restaurants, and medical facilities during winter;
- possibility of professional property management;
- demand for long-term rental;
- demand for seasonal rental;
- year-round usability of the property.
Two properties with the same sea view can have completely different liquidity.
One property may be located near developed infrastructure, public transport, and convenient road routes.
The other may only be convenient during the peak tourist season.
Therefore, distance to the sea should not be the only selection criterion.
✈️ WHY THE AIRPORT MATTERS FOR PROPERTY VALUE
For a foreign property owner, the apartment itself is not the only thing that matters.
The following factors are also significant:
- frequency of international flights;
- transfer duration;
- cost of travel from the airport;
- ease of travel for family and guests;
- ability to reach the property quickly in winter;
- accessibility of the region from different countries.
The more convenient it is to reach the property, the broader the potential pool of buyers and renters.
This can positively affect the liquidity of a properly chosen property.
🏢 RESTPROPERTY APPROACH
At RestProperty, transport accessibility is considered a separate part of the investment analysis of a property.
A buyer needs to know more than just the distance in kilometers to the airport.
They should understand:
- actual travel time;
- available flight options;
- seasonality of routes;
- year-round usability of the property;
- transport development prospects of the district.
This is especially important for clients who are planning to:
- visit Turkey several times a year;
- rent out the property;
- buy a property for parents or family;
- resell the property in the future;
- use the property for permanent residence.
💡 CONCLUSION
Antalya Airport's passenger traffic of 19.2 million and the ongoing operations of Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport confirm the scale of the region's international accessibility.
This does not guarantee the profitability of every property.
However, for quality real estate in a well-chosen district, a developed aviation and transport infrastructure remains an important competitive advantage.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No. Rental income depends on the district, property quality, rental regulations, professional management, season, and the price set.
It depends on the property's location and available flights. For eastern districts of Alanya, Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport is often more convenient. For some international destinations, Antalya Airport may offer a wider range of flights.
Yes. Flight frequency, transfer time, and district accessibility can significantly affect the owner's comfort and the property's future liquidity.
Get a selection of properties in Antalya and Alanya with transport accessibility analysis from RestProperty
RestProperty specialists will help you find a property considering actual transfer time, flight seasonality, and district prospects. They will also verify documents and ensure transaction transparency.
- ✅ Transport accessibility analysis
- ✅ Legal due diligence
- ✅ Property liquidity assessment
