90 kilometres east of Çeşme and 15 kilometres south of İzmir’s centre is Izmir Airport, named after Turkish politician and former Prime Minister (1950-1960) Adnan Menderes, who was born locally in Koçarlı (Aydın Province) and schooled in İzmir. The airport is relatively modern, with the international terminal built in 2008 and the domestic terminal in 2014. The airport is oversized and highly spacious, especially considering the volume of passenger traffic. The airport has the fourth-largest volume of overall passengers in Turkey, but for international passengers, it is the fifth-largest, surpassed by Antalya. Passenger numbers peaked in 2018 at 13.4 million (10.7m domestic + 2.7m international) but have since shrunk mainly due to COVID-19 restrictions to 5.5 million (4.5m domestic + 1.0m international) in 2020.
Airport code: ADB. Location: Alsancak, Şair Eşref Blv. 18D, 35210 Konak/İzmir, Turkey
For the official airport website, including live arrivals & departures, click here.
Izmir Airport – Table of Contents
Izmir Airport Domestic & International Arrivals
Note: Passengers from international destinations that cleared immigration and transferred to a domestic flight in Istanbul or Ankara must collect luggage from the international terminal inside the airport. An airport employee usually redirects such international passengers on the upper floor before access to the domestic luggage carousels. The international arrival hall has a duty-free shop generally open at all flight arrival hours; a passport must be shown for the maximum allocation of duty-free purchases.
Flights to Izmir Airport
İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is one of Türkiye’s busiest airports, serving domestic and international flights. The airport connects to numerous destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and domestically within Türkiye. Domestic flights are approximately 100-150 daily, depending on the season. International Flights: Approximately 30-50 daily flights, with seasonal variations (higher in summer).
Domestically, İzmir is well-connected to major Turkish cities such as Istanbul, Ankara, Antalya, Trabzon, and Dalaman as well as Letkosa (Cyprus). Key international destinations include:
- Germany: Berlin, Bremen, Cologne, Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Eindhoven, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hannover, Nürnberg, Munich, Saarbrücken, Stuttgart.
- United Kingdom: Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stanstead, Manchester, Newcastle
- Poland: Gdansk, Katowice, Posnan, Warsaw, Wroclaw
- Switzerland: Basel, Geneva, Zurich
- Italy: Milan, Venice
- Netherlands: Amsterdam, Eindhoven
- France: Paris Charles de Gaulle, Paris Orly
- Russia: Moscow
- Uzbekistan: Samarkand
- Gulf Countries: Ammam, Beirut, Dubai, Doha, Kuwait, Jeddah, Riyadh, Tehran, Tel Aviv
- Balkan Countries: Athens, Belgrade, Budapest, Thessaloniki, Tirana, Skopje
- Other European Cities: Baku, Barcelona, Brussels, Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Luxembourg, Oslo, Prague, Stockholm, Tbilisi, Vienna
Airlines (including codeshares and summer routes) operating at İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport include Domestic Airlines: Turkish Airlines, AJet (Turkish Airlines’ low-cost subsidiary), Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress (a joint venture of Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa), Fly Kıbrıs Airlines. International Airlines: Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air Anka, AirSerbia, Asiana Airlines, Buta Airlines, EasyJet, Enter Air, Iran AirTour, Jet2.com, Kuwait Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Lux Air, Malaysian Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryan Air, Smartwings Polska, Singapore Airlines, TAP Portugal, TAROM, Transavia France, and TUI Fly.
As İzmir is both a business and tourist destination, there is seasonal variation in flight traffic. The Summer months (June–September) see increased flights, especially to European and Gulf destinations. Below are examples of flight prices to İzmir:
Transferring from Izmir Airport to Çeşme
By road Çeşme is 95km west of İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport, on the D550 and D300 (main state roads) / O-32 (toll motorway), the İzmir-Çeşme Otoyulo road beyond İzmir (Narlıdere district) rarely has any heavy traffic and the journey time is usually approximately one hour by car or taxi. Essentially, there are five viable options for tourists from the airport to Çeşme.
| Havaş | Direct airport coach transfer to Çeşme – See “Coach-Airport“, economical and relatively fast option, though Havaş bus times may not always match your flight arrival time. |
| Coach via İzmir | Train/metro or taxi transfer to Üçkuyular, İzmir and coach to Çeşme |
| VIP Private Hire | Pre-arranged pick-up private/hotel service |
| Taxi | Taxi directly from the airport to Çeşme |
| Car Hire | Pre-arranged or booked at either domestic/international terminal |
Airport Lounges at Izmir Airport
Domestic Terminal
The Primeclass Lounge in the domestic departures terminal of Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is located between gates 238 and 239 and is accessible to Priority Pass and TAV Passport members. It offers a comfortable and modern space for travelers seeking relaxation before their flights.
The lounge has disabled access, is non-smoking and provides a fresh buffet selection featuring a variety of snacks, soft beverages, alcoholic beverages and light meals. Guests can access daily newspapers and magazines online, ensuring they stay entertained and informed. Real-time flight updates are displayed on lounge screens, allowing passengers to monitor their departure times without leaving their seats. Designed with a sleek and inviting atmosphere, the lounge provides ample seating, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a tranquil setting away from the busy terminal. The domestic lounge has showers and a games room.
The lounge is listed as open 24/7 and has a maximum stay of 3 hours; infants under two are admitted free. However, lounge access is subject to capacity restrictions, and amenities and food and drink selections may occasionally vary. Therefore, checking the latest information with Priority Pass or the lounge before planning your visit is advisable.
For details of the airport lounge (search lounge with “ADB”) or to register for Priority Pass here in English or here in Turkish. Other contracted institutions (as of February 2025) are American Express, Corendon Airlines, Bosphore Card, DenizBank, Fly Dubai, Garanti Bank, Halkbank, ING Private Banking, KuveytTürk Private Banking, LoungeMe, Mahan Air, Papara, QNB Finansbank, TEB, Vakıfbank.
International Terminal
In the International Terminal, the Primeclass Lounge offers similar premium services and is also accessible to Priority Pass and TAV Passport members. Located after security and passport control, turn left and proceed to the second floor above duty-free near gate 229. The lounge provides a spacious environment with comfortable seating, workspaces, hot and cold food items, soft beverages, and alcoholic drinks. The buffet includes a variety of fresh meals and refreshments, catering to different tastes.
Guests can access online newspapers and magazines while staying updated with real-time flight information on digital displays. Its simple design and well-maintained amenities make the lounge a relaxing space for passengers to unwind before their international journeys.
The lounge is listed as open 24/7 and has a maximum stay of 3 hours; infants under two are admitted free. However, lounge access is subject to capacity restrictions, and amenities and food and drink selections may occasionally vary. Therefore, checking the latest information with Priority Pass or the lounge before planning your visit is advisable.
For details of the airport lounge (search lounge with “ADB”) or to register for Priority Pass here in English or here in Turkish. Other contracted institutions (as of February 2025) are American Express, Corendon Airlines, Bosphore Card, DenizBank, Fly Dubai, Garanti Bank, Halkbank, ING Private Banking, KuveytTürk Private Banking, LoungeMe, Mahan Air, Papara, QNB Finansbank, TEB, Vakıfbank.
Car Hire at Izmir Airport
For car hire pick-up from İzmir ADB Airport, below is a quick link to get a quote from Rentalcars.com or make a reservation: