Dalaman Airport (DLM) → İçmeler transfer
İçmeler is 103 km from Dalaman Airport, a drive of about 104–130 minutes, and a private transfer usually costs around €65–85 for a standard car or €80–105 for a minivan. The exact price is shown before you book.
- From
- Dalaman Airport (DLM)
- To
- İçmeler
- Distance
- 103 km
- Typical drive
- 104–130 min
The quieter neighbour of Marmaris lies in its own bay a few kilometres beyond the town, backed by pine-covered hills. To get there, you pass the whole of Marmaris first, which explains the extra time.
Why İçmeler takes longer than Marmaris
The first part of the drive is the same as for Marmaris: west on the D400 through Ortaca, past Köyceğiz lake and over the wooded hills. On arrival, though, the driver continues through Marmaris along the bay road, which in summer is slow with town traffic, and then follows the coast south-west to İçmeler.
That last stretch is only around 8 km, but depending on the time of day it can add a quarter of an hour or more to the journey.
What İçmeler is like
İçmeler is a smaller resort with a sand and fine-shingle beach, a promenade lined with restaurants and hotels set back among the pines. It attracts families and couples who want a calmer evening than central Marmaris, while still being close to it.
The resort runs along the beach and up a little valley behind it, so most hotels are within a short walk of the sea. Some larger hotels sit at the edges of the bay on the slopes.
Getting around once you are there
- Marmaris by promenade
- A seafront path links İçmeler with Marmaris, and many visitors walk or cycle it. Dolmuş minibuses run frequently in season.
- Water taxis
- In the warmer months small boats run from İçmeler beach to Marmaris and to nearby bays such as Turunç.
- Day trips
- Boat trips leave from the beach for the coves of the Marmaris peninsula. Your airport transfer can be combined with a separate excursion booking later.
Frequently asked questions
How far is İçmeler from Marmaris?
İçmeler is around 8 km south-west of central Marmaris along the bay. By car it takes about a quarter of an hour, more in summer evening traffic.
Is İçmeler quieter than Marmaris?
Yes, it is generally calmer and more family-oriented, with restaurants and bars along the promenade but no nightlife street like Marmaris has. Many people stay here and visit Marmaris for an evening.
Is the transfer to İçmeler more expensive than to Marmaris?
Slightly, because it is about 8 km further and takes longer. The exact price for your hotel is shown before you book.
Can the driver reach hotels on the hillside?
Yes, most hotels in İçmeler have road access. Give the hotel name when booking so the driver knows which side of the bay to aim for.