Adana Şakirpaşa Airport

Sakirpasa Havalimani Adana - Ic Hatlar serves as the domestic terminal of Adana's main airport, located in the Seyhan district of the city. The terminal handles flights to Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and other Turkish cities, processing a steady stream of travelers from the Çukurova region. While not large, this facility is the primary air transport link for Adana's 1.8 million residents and the surrounding agricultural and industrial areas.

Getting There

The domestic terminal sits about 4 kilometers west of central Adana, off the D400 highway that runs along the Seyhan River. It is the middle building among three: international departures to the east, domestic arrivals to the west, and domestic departures in between. The simplest way to reach the terminal from the city center is by taxi, a journey of 10 to 15 minutes that costs roughly 150–200 Turkish Lira (as of 2025). Alternatively, municipal bus lines 122, 125, and 135 run from downtown, stopping at the airport entrance; the journey takes about 25 minutes with waits of 15 to 30 minutes. The Adana Metro does not reach the airport, so plan for road transport. For those driving, the terminal has a paid car park across the road, with short-term and long-term sections.

Inside the Terminal

The domestic terminal at Adana Şakirpaşa is a single-story, rectangular building. Passengers enter through a single security checkpoint, which can get congested during early morning flights (06:00–08:00) and late afternoon departures. After security, the departure area comprises a modest waiting hall with about 200 seats, mostly arranged in rows. There is a small café serving Turkish tea and coffee, packaged snacks, and cold drinks – but no full restaurant. Two duty-free shops operate, a perfume and cosmetics store and a newsagent, both before the airside area. Airside, after passport control (only for domestic flights, but passport check is done), there is a second waiting area with a few vending machines and a smoking room. The terminal has clean restrooms and free Wi-Fi, though the connection can be unreliable during peak times. Boarding is via bus gates, as there are no jet bridges for domestic flights; passengers walk across the tarmac to their aircraft. Baggage claim is fast, with two carousels that receive luggage within 10 minutes of landing.

Sakirpasa Havalimani Adana - Ic Hatlar and Seyhan

The terminal's location in Seyhan, Adana's central district, places it at the heart of one of Turkey's most historically rich and culturally vibrant cities. Seyhan is named after the river that flows through it, and its history stretches back to Hittite times, though the modern city developed during the Ottoman period. Adana is famous for its cuisine – especially Adana kebab, a spicy minced meat skewer grilled over charcoal, served with grilled peppers and onions. The city is also known for şalgam (fermented turnip juice), a sour, reddish drink often enjoyed with kebabs. Beyond food, Seyhan offers several attractions: the Adana Archaeology Museum, which exhibits artifacts from the region's many civilizations; the grand stone bridge (Taşköprü) from the Roman era; and the Sabancı Central Mosque, a striking modern structure that holds up to 28,000 worshippers. The city's climate is Mediterranean, with hot summers and mild winters, making spring and autumn the best times to visit. The Seyhan River is a focal point for recreation – locals stroll along its banks, and the river hosts rowing and fishing. For travelers passing through the domestic terminal, Seyhan is more than just a transit point; it is a destination for authentic Turkish urban life, far from the tourist trails of Istanbul or the coast.

Practical Information

The domestic terminal at Adana Şakirpaşa does not operate 24 hours a day. It opens approximately two hours before the first scheduled departure, typically around 05:00, and closes after the last arrival, usually by 23:00. Check your flight's status to avoid arriving too early or too late. Contact the airport information desk at +90 322 435 03 80 for live assistance. There is no official website for the domestic terminal alone; general Adana Airport info is available through Turkish State Airports Authority (DHMİ). A specific tip: Because the terminal has no pharmacy or convenience store larger than the newsagent, bring any medicine or essentials you might need. If your layover stretches beyond two hours, you may want to spend it outside the terminal; the neighboring district of Çukurova has cafes and parks within a 15-minute walk.

One concrete piece of advice: If you have time before or after your flight, walk to the adjacent Atatürk Park or cross the D400 to the Seyhan River pedestrian path – a green break that is a short distance from the terminal building.