Gazipaşa Airport Renovation for 2026
Great News for Alanya Travellers: Gazipaşa Airport Is Getting a Major Upgrade
If you’ve flown into Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport (GZP) before, you already know what a game-changer it is — just 40 km from Alanya, a quick and easy arrival, and none of the long-haul motorway slog from Antalya. Well, it’s about to get significantly better.
The Turkish State Airports Authority (DHMİ) has officially launched the Alanya–Gazipaşa Airport Development Project, and construction is well underway. The expansion works kicked off with a site handover on 15 December 2025, and the entire project is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
What’s being built?
The numbers tell a clear story. The current combined terminal building stands at around 6,419 m² — and that’s being expanded to over 9,067 m². In practical terms for travellers, that means:
- The check-in hall grows from 770 m² to 870 m²
- The domestic departures lounge more than doubles — from 361 m² to 666 m²
- The international departures lounge expands from 1,351 m² to 1,609 m²
- The international baggage reclaim hall gets bigger, from 380 m² to 540 m²
- Arrivals areas for both domestic and international passengers are also enlarged
On top of that, the project includes a brand-new 585 m² VIP lounge, a new 650 m² technical block building, a new control tower, and an open car park with space for 169 vehicles. Internal technical improvements throughout the existing terminal are also planned.
Why is this happening?
Simply put: demand. Passenger and flight numbers at GZP have been growing steadily, and the existing facilities were already showing the strain. The expansion is a direct response to that growth — and a strong signal that Alanya is increasingly on the map as a year-round destination, not just a summer one.
What does it mean for visitors?
More space, more comfort, a smoother experience. A new VIP lounge means better options for those who want to start or end their holiday in style. The expanded departure lounges mean less crowding during peak season. And a bigger check-in hall means faster processing when you arrive at the airport with your bags and are itching to get to the beach.
The works are ongoing through 2026, so there may be some temporary inconvenience in the meantime — but the airport remains fully operational, and the end result will be well worth it.
Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport is already one of the best-kept secrets in Mediterranean travel. By the end of 2026, it’ll be even harder to keep quiet. ✈️
