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, 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 January
Estimated hotel price
RM 313
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 313
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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 17h 50m.

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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 17h 50m.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (8,128 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,104 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,442 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,998 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,612 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,572 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,283 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,915 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (409 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,271 reviews)
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Where to stay in Side

From 5-star hotels such as the Royal Taj Mahal to great affordable options like the Akayda Butik Hotel, Side offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 338 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 997 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)
RM 1,055+
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Kamelya Aishen Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,134+
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Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 968+
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Serenis Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
RM 484+
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Lake & River Side
5 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
RM 620+
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Hiring a car in Side

Expect to pay RM 5.41 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 RM 64.92 and RM 86.56. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 5.41 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 RM 64.92 and RM 86.56. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.