Dalaman Airport (DLM) → Ölüdeniz transfer
Ölüdeniz is 57 km from Dalaman Airport, a drive of about 67–84 minutes, and a private transfer usually costs around €45–60 for a standard car or €55–75 for a minivan. The exact price is shown before you book.
- From
- Dalaman Airport (DLM)
- To
- Ölüdeniz
- Distance
- 57 km
- Typical drive
- 67–84 min
The final part of the journey climbs out of Fethiye and winds through Ovacık and Hisarönü before descending to the lagoon, so it is a slower drive than the distance suggests.
The route from DLM to Ölüdeniz, step by step
Dalaman to Göcek Tunnel
From the airport the driver joins the D400 eastbound and passes through the Göcek Tunnel. The toll is part of the agreed price.
Around Fethiye
The road skirts the edge of Fethiye rather than going through the harbour, then turns south towards the hills.
Up through Ovacık and Hisarönü
The road climbs into the busy holiday villages of Ovacık and Hisarönü. In the evening, parts of the Hisarönü strip are kept for pedestrians, so drivers may use the back road.
Down to the lagoon
A short, steep section with hairpin bends brings you down to Ölüdeniz and the Belcekız beachfront.
Ölüdeniz, Hisarönü or Ovacık: where is your hotel?
Many holidaymakers who say they are going to Ölüdeniz actually stay up the hill in Hisarönü or Ovacık, which have more apartments, bars and family hotels. Those are reached ten to fifteen minutes before the beach.
In Ölüdeniz itself, hotels sit behind the Belcekız beach, along the road to the lagoon and on the slopes above. The promenade along the beach is largely for walking, so the drop-off is at the nearest road access. Give the full hotel name when booking, as several names are similar.
Paragliding, Butterfly Valley and luggage
Ölüdeniz is famous for tandem paragliding from Babadağ, and boats leave the beach for Butterfly Valley and the bays along the coast. None of this needs special luggage, but if you bring your own paragliding wing or diving equipment, declare it when booking so a vehicle with enough space is sent.
Families with buggies should note that the hotels on the slopes can involve steps and steep driveways.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Dalaman Airport to Ölüdeniz?
Usually about 67–84 minutes for the 57 km. Traffic in Fethiye and on the hill road through Hisarönü makes the difference between the quicker and slower end.
Is my transfer the same price for Hisarönü?
Hisarönü and Ovacık are on the way and slightly shorter, so the price is shown separately for the exact address you enter. Always book to your real hotel location.
Can the car drive to my hotel on the beach?
Hotels on the beachfront promenade are reached on foot from the nearest road, usually a short walk. The driver will help with the bags to the drop-off point.
Is the hill road to Ölüdeniz difficult at night?
It is a steep, winding road, but it is driven every day by local drivers who know it well. Late arrivals are common in summer and are handled the same way as daytime transfers.