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About Erkilet Airport

Erkilet Airport, officially Kayseri Airport, is located in the Kocasinan district of Kayseri province, approximately 6 kilometers from the city center. Opened to civil air traffic in 1998 and operated by DHMI, the airport serves as a key transportation gateway for Kayseri, Erciyes, Cappadocia and the wider Central Anatolia region.

The airport operates through an integrated domestic and international terminal, with a modern passenger capacity of around 6 million per year. Its infrastructure includes check-in counters, security screening points, passenger lounges, retail areas, food and beverage services, car rental offices, parking areas and apron facilities designed for regular commercial operations. Passenger traffic is steady throughout the year, while winter tourism for Erciyes and summer holiday travel create clear seasonal increases.

Airlines such as Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus Airlines and SunExpress operate regular and seasonal services from Erkilet Airport. Main direct destinations include Istanbul, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen, Izmir and Antalya on domestic flights, while international flights often focus on demand from Europe, especially Germany and other high-traffic diaspora markets. Overall demand for flight tickets remains supported by business travel, regional tourism, university traffic and visits from Turkish communities living abroad.

Erkilet Airport to Kayseri City Center Transport

Erkilet Airport (Kayseri Airport, ASR) is close to Kayseri city center, so travelers can reach central districts by municipal bus, airport shuttle when available, taxi, rental car, or pre-booked private transfer.

Bus

Kayseri municipal buses connect Erkilet Airport with the city center and nearby districts. The average journey to central Kayseri is usually around 25 to 35 minutes, depending on traffic and the exact stop.

• Line 96: airport connection toward central Kayseri and Cumhuriyet Square area
• Line 100: airport route serving city neighborhoods and central stops
• Line 101: airport route with connections toward central Kayseri
• Line 271: municipal bus option serving the airport and city routes
• Night line 683: useful for late-night or early-morning arrivals when operating

Airport Shuttle (Havaş/Havabus)

Havaş airport shuttle services may operate between Kayseri Erkilet Airport and key points in the city according to flight schedules, but availability can change seasonally or temporarily. When running, the average transfer time to the city center is about 25 to 35 minutes.

• Kayseri Bus Terminal area
• Central Kayseri stops
• Main road stops near hotels and transport connections

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 outside the arrivals terminal at Erkilet Airport. A taxi is one of the fastest ways to reach Kayseri city center, with an average travel time of about 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic and your destination.

• Best for travelers with luggage
• Convenient for late-night arrivals
• Direct service to hotels, offices, and residential addresses

Car Rental

Car rental companies have offices at or near Kayseri Airport, making this a practical choice for travelers planning to visit Erciyes, Cappadocia, or destinations outside the city center. Vehicles are typically picked up near the terminal exit or from the airport rental parking area.

• Airport car rental desks in the terminal area
• Terminal-exit vehicle pickup
• Useful for flexible travel around Kayseri and the wider region

Transfer

A private airport transfer is a comfortable door-to-door option from Erkilet Airport to Kayseri city center. Booking in advance is recommended, especially for families, groups, ski trips to Erciyes, or arrivals during busy flight periods.

• Meet-and-greet service at arrivals
• Fixed-price private vehicle options
• Direct transfer to hotels, apartments, or business addresses