Diyarbakır Airport - Flight Information and Guide (DIY)

Diyarbakır Airport, with a modern terminal opened in 2015, serves southeastern Turkey's main city, approximately 7 km from the centre.

Several Western governments, including the United States, maintain a maximum-level advisory ('do not travel') for the entire southeastern Turkish region in 2026, due to risks linked to the conflict in neighbouring countries: always very carefully verify the latest official travel advisories from your country before considering any travel to this area.

Content verified on 04/09/2026

Official source: www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/Havalimani/Diyarbakir/AnaSayfa.aspx

How to get to Diyarbakır Airport

Diyarbakır city centre is about 7 km from the airport: transfer takes approximately 15-20 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Travelers arriving by car reach Diyarbakır city center in approximately 15-20 minutes.

By Train

There is no direct train to the airport; a transfer is necessary.

By Bus

Regional buses connect the airport to other cities in the region (Batman, about 1.5 hours; Mardin, about 2 hours).

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Tips Given the current security situation in the region, always consult the latest official sources, including travel advisories from your government, before planning any movement.

Average travel time to DIY

TrainNot available

Shuttle busAvailable service (regional buses)

Taxi / Private hire15-20 minutes (affordable fares)

Parking near Diyarbakır Airport

Right in front of the terminal is a parking area of limited size.

Parking costs are standard for the area.

How to get to Diyarbakır from DIY

By Train

There is no direct railway line to the airport.

By Bus

Regional buses connect the airport to other cities in the region.

By Taxi

Taxis to the city center are not expensive, but it's still advisable to verify the meter or fare before the trip.

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Car rental at Diyarbakır Airport

Only some car rental brands have a counter at arrivals.

Bring your driver's license, passport, credit card and, generally, the International Driving Permit.

Hotels near Diyarbakır Airport

Diyarbakır's airport is surprisingly close to the city: just 10 km and 15-20 minutes by taxi from the walls of Sur, a UNESCO heritage site. The Kayapınar district, where the Mövenpick and the Radisson Blu have arrived in recent years, is even closer still: the Mövenpick is just 5 minutes from the terminals. The choice is therefore more a matter of atmosphere than of convenience: sleeping inside the historic walls, among mosques and alleys, or in a recently opened chain hotel on the wide avenues of the new city.

Neighbourhood

Sur, the old city

About 10 km from the airport, 20 minutes by taxi to the gates of the walls; bus routes Z-2, Z-3 and Z-7 connect the airport to the centre but don't enter the alleys of Sur.

Best for: Those who want to sleep within Diyarbakır's UNESCO walls, among mosques, churches and the Hasan Paşa bazaar.

Pros

You sleep just steps from the walls of Diyarbakır and the citadel, a UNESCO heritage site
A historic centre walkable among mosques, churches and the covered bazaar

Cons

Cars can't enter the narrowest alleys: the last few metres are done on foot with luggage
Few parking spaces nearby for those arriving with a rental vehicle

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Airport area

Kayapınar, the new business district

The Mövenpick is about 5 minutes from the airport, the Radisson Blu 10; both are on Urfa Bulvarı, away from the traffic of the historic centre.

Best for: Quick layovers and business trips, with the airport a few minutes away by car.

Pros

One of the quickest airport transfers in this entire guide, just a few minutes by taxi
Recently opened international chain hotels, with pool and gym

Cons

An area of offices and wide avenues, without the charm of the historic centre
To visit Sur you still need a 10-15 minute taxi ride

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Airport services

The airport serves southeastern Turkey, with domestic connections and limited international routes.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free space is modest.

Lounges & relaxation

Some business-class lounges are available at the airport.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

The public areas of the terminal are covered by Wi-Fi.

Families & Children

Basic family assistance is organized in the waiting areas of the terminal.

Terminal guide

The terminal, modern, opened in 2015, handles domestic connections and some limited international routes.

Better to be at the airport with 2.5 hours' margin if you are traveling on flights.

Map of Diyarbakır Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Is it advisable to visit Diyarbakır and southeastern Turkey?

Several Western governments, including the United States, maintain a maximum-level advisory ('do not travel') for the entire region in 2026, given the instability linked to the conflict in neighboring countries: always check the updated official sources very carefully before any travel.

Q. Is Diyarbakır a good hub for the region?

Yes, regional buses connect the airport to other cities such as Batman (1.5 hours) and Mardin (2 hours), although the security situation should always be checked in advance.

Q. Does Diyarbakır have UNESCO World Heritage sites?

Yes, the black basalt fortified walls of the old city and the cultural landscape of the Hevsel Gardens were added to the UNESCO list in 2015, among the best-preserved city walls in the world after the Great Wall of China.