DLM / LTBS · Muğla, Turkey

Dalaman Airport Guide

Dalaman Airport (DLM) is on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast in Muğla province, 56 km (about 1 hour 5 minutes) from Fethiye and 97 km from Marmaris. It has two terminals: T1 for domestic and T2 for international flights. Resorts are reached by private transfer, HAVAŞ coach, taxi or hire car; this guide covers live flights and ground transport.

IATA: DLM
Terminals: 2
To Fethiye: 56 km
To Marmaris: 97 km

Where Is Dalaman Airport?

Dalaman Airport (IATA: DLM, ICAO: LTBS) serves the south-western Turkish coast from a site 6 km outside the town of Dalaman in Muğla province. It has two terminals: T1 for domestic flights and T2 for international arrivals and departures.

The airport is strongly seasonal. Between April and October it handles a heavy programme of charter and scheduled leisure flights from the UK, Germany, the Netherlands and Russia. Through the winter the schedule shrinks back to domestic services to Istanbul and Ankara, with most European routes suspended until spring.

For UK visitors it is the closest airport to Fethiye (56 km), Ölüdeniz (64 km), Çalış Beach (50 km), Hisarönü (65 km) and Dalyan (31 km). Marmaris is 97 km away — reachable from Dalaman, though Bodrum is an alternative for some Marmaris itineraries.

Which Pages Do Arriving Passengers Need?

The pages most arriving passengers need.

Live Flight Board

Arrivals and departures with real-time status, updated continuously.

Airport Transfers

Private transfer prices and journey times to every resort on the coast.

HAVAŞ Airport Bus

The scheduled coach to Fethiye and Marmaris — times, fares and where to board.

Taxi Fares

What a metered taxi to the main resorts actually costs.

Car Hire

Documents, deposits, insurance and the things worth checking before you drive off.

Terminal Guide

Which terminal, how early to arrive, and what is inside.

Baggage Rules

Cabin sizes, the 100 ml liquid rule, power banks and banned items.

Weather & Delays

Current airport conditions and a delay outlook based on aviation weather.

Flights from the UK

Which UK airports fly direct to Dalaman, with which airlines and when.

How Far Is Dalaman Airport from the Resorts?

⚠ For information only; compiled from internet sources, accuracy not guaranteed. Check the official source.

How Far Is Dalaman Airport from the Resorts?
Destination	Distance	Typical drive
Dalyan	31 km	45 min
Sarıgerme	19 km	35 min
Göcek	26 km	35 min
Fethiye	56 km	1 hr 5 min
Çalış Beach	50 km	55 min
Hisarönü	65 km	1 hr 15 min
Ölüdeniz	64 km	1 hr 15 min
Marmaris	97 km	1 hr 35 min
Kalkan	128 km	2 hr 5 min
Kaş	154 km	2 hr 30 min

How Do You Get from the Airport to Your Resort?

There are four realistic options. Private transfer is door-to-door at a fixed price, with your flight tracked so the driver waits if you are late — the usual choice for families and anyone arriving at night. HAVAŞ coaches run to Fethiye and Marmaris town centres on a published timetable and are the cheapest option, but you will need onward transport to your hotel.

Taxis are metered and available outside both terminals without booking, but the fare to distant resorts can exceed a pre-booked private transfer. Car hire makes sense if you plan to explore — the coast road is scenic and in good condition — but note that parking in Ölüdeniz and Fethiye is limited in high season.

Full comparison and prices are on the transfers page.

Dalaman Airport — Frequently Asked Questions

Which airport is closest to Fethiye?

Dalaman Airport (DLM), 56 km away — around 1 hour 5 minutes by road. It is the closest airport to Fethiye, Ölüdeniz, Hisarönü and Çalış Beach.

How far is Dalaman Airport from Marmaris?

Approximately 97 km, a drive of about 1 hour 35 minutes along the coast road through Köyceğiz.

Does Dalaman Airport have two terminals?

Yes. T1 handles domestic flights within Turkey; T2 handles all international flights. They are a short walk apart.

How early should I arrive for my flight home?

Two to two and a half hours for international departures. In July and August the morning and evening peaks are busy, so use the upper figure.

Is Dalaman Airport open all year?

Yes, but the schedule is highly seasonal. Most UK and European routes run between April and October; in winter the airport mainly serves Istanbul and Ankara.