A Çukurova Airport to Akün Hotel transfer starts on the plain and ends in the mountains. Leaving the airport, the car turns north without entering Adana, picks up the motorway that climbs into the Taurus behind Tarsus, and pulls up at the hotel on the E-750 in Pozantı. This page covers the flow from landing to the hotel, what the mountain road is like, seasonal points to keep in mind, choosing a car and planning the trip back.
First Steps After Landing
We track the flight number in your booking. If the plane is late, the pickup time follows the real landing. At the arrivals exit, look for the driver holding a sign with your name.
If you are breaking a Cappadocia trip with a night in Pozantı, this is the last ride of a long day. All you have to do is get in.
From the Plain to the Taurus Pass
The best part of this route is how the scenery changes. First the flat plain, citrus groves and the outskirts of Tarsus. Then the road begins to climb.
The Tarsus–Pozantı motorway threads through Taurus valleys. The Cilician Gates, the Gülek pass used by caravans and armies for centuries, lie along this line. Bends and gradients increase and the air cools. In midsummer it can feel strange to leave a hot airport and reach a cool evening in Pozantı. Off the motorway, the car heads into the Kurtuluş neighbourhood and stops at the hotel on the E-750.
The Mountain Road Through the Seasons
The difference between plain and mountain is not just the view. Timing changes with the season too.
- In winter the pass can see snow and ice, so build some slack into your plans.
- Autumn mornings may bring fog in the valleys.
- Summer holiday weekends can mean heavier traffic on the mountain road.
- After spring rain the surface may be slippery, and drivers take it more carefully.
Coming to Pozantı for the cool air? Pack a light jumper. The temperature gap between plain and mountain shows most in the evening.
Choosing a Car and Planning the Return
A solo business traveller is comfortable in a Business Sedan or Premium Sedan. Three people fit well in Comfort Class. A family splitting the Cappadocia journey with suitcases suits a VIP Vito or Ultra VIP Vito, a group of up to eight the Mercedes Vito, and a site or project team the Mercedes Sprinter. Prices are per vehicle, listed side by side in the booking form. Child seats can be added as an extra.
Going back to the airport from the hotel? Add it with the “Add return” option in the same booking. If you are carrying on to Cappadocia the next day, book that ride as a separate point-to-point transfer. For more about the hotel's location and onward roads, see our Akün Hotel page. To begin, choose Çukurova Airport as pickup and Akün Hotel as drop-off, then enter your flight number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the route to Pozantı go through Adana?
No. After leaving the airport the car heads north near Tarsus onto the Tarsus–Pozantı motorway, which climbs into the Taurus Mountains. It does not enter Adana city. In Pozantı it stops at the hotel on the E-750 in the Kurtuluş neighbourhood. The ride is direct and door to door.
What should I keep in mind for a winter transfer?
The Taurus pass can have snow, ice and fog in winter. Leave more time in your plans after landing, and especially for the ride back to the airport. Drivers adjust to the conditions and drive carefully. If your plans change, send a change request from the My Reservation page.
What if my flight lands in the evening?
We track your flight number, so the pickup time is set by the real landing time, and the driver waits at the arrivals exit with a sign showing your name. If you will reach the hotel late, let the hotel know your expected arrival time in advance to make check-in easier.
Can I continue to Cappadocia from the hotel the next day?
Yes. Book a separate point-to-point transfer from the hotel to your accommodation in Nevşehir. In the form, choose Akün Hotel as pickup and your Cappadocia address as drop-off, then enter the date and time. Prices appear side by side by vehicle class, and the Vito classes suit families with luggage.
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