Gaziantep to Mersin flights
Mersin lies 245 km (152 mi) west of Gaziantep, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 4 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Gaziantep | Mersin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Turkey |
| Population | 2.2 million | 537,842 |
| Elevation | 842 m (2,762 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Nearest large airport | GZT, 15 km out | COV, 39 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Gaziantep
Gaziantep is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Aleppo International Airport (ALP, 99 km), Kahramanmaraş Airport (KCM, 65 km).
Arriving in Mersin
Mersin is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Çukurova International Airport (COV), 39 km (24 mi) from the centre, whose 11,482-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Çukurova International Airport | COV | 39 km (24 mi) | 11,482 ft | 35 ft |
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Staying in Mersin
Our booking partner lists 86 places to stay in Mersin. Of the 19 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (7), and 4 are five-star. Across 19 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 4,175 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mersin from Gaziantep?
245 km (152 mi) in a straight line, west of Gaziantep.
How long does it take to get from Gaziantep to Mersin by air?
About 1 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gaziantep and Mersin?
No, both are on Europe/Istanbul at the moment.
Which airports are used for Gaziantep to Mersin flights?
Typically Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT) to Çukurova International Airport (COV).
Where can I stay in Mersin?
Our booking partner lists 86 places to stay in Mersin, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.