The Çukurova Airport to Kamisli transfer has one big advantage: the airport is on the Tarsus side, right where the road into the Taurus begins. You can turn north without going anywhere near central Adana, and leave the heat of the plain behind surprisingly quickly. Families flying home from abroad, summer guests and winter snow seekers all use this road. Here is the journey from landing to the door of a highland house.
From Citrus Groves to Pine Forest
The route follows the motorway that branches north near Tarsus and crosses the Taurus toward Ankara. It enters the mountains on the Gülek side, along the line of the old passes that have linked the Çukurova plain with inland Anatolia for centuries. Citrus orchards and fields come first, then rocky slopes, then pine.
The air changes as you climb. An afternoon that needed full air conditioning at the airport turns mild enough near Pozantı to roll a window down. After leaving the motorway, the last stretch narrows onto the lanes that lead to the highland houses.
Flight Tracking and the Name Sign
Summer is peak season for diaspora flights, and delays are common. We track your flight number, so the pickup time follows the actual landing. After baggage claim, look for your name on a sign at the arrivals exit.
Visiting-family luggage is predictable: big cases, gift bags, a box or two. Pick the car for the luggage, not the head count. For small children, add a child seat as an extra when booking. On mountain bends, it matters.
Choosing a Car for the Climb
Comfort counts for more on a winding road than on a flat one.
- A couple with two cases: Premium Sedan or Business Sedan
- A family with children and gifts: VIP Vito
- Grandparents, parents and grandchildren together: eight-seat Mercedes Vito
- Several related families on the same flight: Mercedes Sprinter
If you want a calmer cabin for the bends, the Ultra VIP Vito is worth a look, and a small group that values comfort can choose the Ultra VIP Sprinter. Prices are per vehicle and shown side by side in the booking form.
Winter Trips and Planning the Return
Winter is a different journey. Snow and ice can affect mountain roads, so check the forecast close to your travel date, and send a change request from the My Reservation page if the time needs to move.
You can plan the end-of-summer trip down at the same time. The Add return option in the booking form puts the Kamışlı-to-airport leg on the same reservation. For more about the settlement and onward trips from it, see our Kamisli page. To book, select Çukurova Airport as pickup and Kamisli as drop-off.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we have to drive through Adana to reach Kamışlı?
No. Çukurova Airport is on the Tarsus side, and the motorway into the Taurus branches north from this area. That means we can head straight for the mountains without entering central Adana. The road climbs past Gülek toward Pozantı, and the final stretch uses smaller lanes up to the highland houses.
What do you recommend for children on the winding road?
We recommend adding a child seat as an extra when you book. On mountain bends it is important that young children sit securely. The seat comes already fitted in the car, so you do not lose time at the airport. If you are travelling with more than one child, state how many seats you need.
What happens if it snows in winter?
Snow and ice can affect mountain roads. If you are travelling in winter, keep an eye on the forecast as your date approaches. If you need to change the date or time, send a change request from the My Reservation page and we will update the plan based on the new details.
Can we book the trip back down at the end of summer now?
Yes. The Add return option in the booking form lets you plan both legs on one reservation. If your return date changes later, send a change request from the My Reservation page. Choose the pickup time by working back from your flight and allowing for the mountain road and check-in.
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