Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common transport questions during COP31. If you cannot find what you need, contact us through the channels on the Contact page.
How do I get to the airport?
There are no restrictions on flights from 9 to 21 November. The Airport Interchange is closed to public traffic; reach the airport via the Pınarlı Junction side road – Lara Street – Korupark Junction – Kardeş Kentler Street. From Kundu – Lara, use Yaşar Sobutay Boulevard and Kardeş Kentler Street.
See the airport routesWhich roads are closed?
Live closures are published on the Status page. Planned measures: the Leaders’ Road is fully closed on 11 November, 07:30–12:00. On 10–11–12 November the D-400 between Airport Junction and Belek Shell Junction is split; the Serik-bound lanes are open to the public in both directions. The Belek hotel zone can only be entered through checkpoints.
See which roads are closed nowWho can use the shuttles?
All COP31 shuttle lines are free. The line data does not list an accreditation requirement; however, entry to the Blue Zone of the COP31 Venue requires accreditation (a COP31 badge). Lines and times may change; the latest information is on the Shuttles page.
See shuttle lines and departure timesWill public transport keep running?
Trams keep running; the traffic lights at Altınova and Pınarlı junctions are set for tram crossings. From 9 to 13 November the number of inter-district passenger services will be reduced. Between 06:00 and 22:00, intercity coaches must reach the city centre by the alternative routes instead of the D-400, D-650 and D-685. For city bus services, follow Antalya Metropolitan Municipality’s announcements.
Can I enter the city with a heavy vehicle?
From 9 to 13 November, 06:00–22:00, heavy vehicles, intercity coaches, midibuses and vans over 3,500 kg must not enter the city centre on the listed roads. Outside these hours the D-400 can be used.
See the vehicle restrictionsHow do I enter the Belek hotel zone?
The Belek hotel zone is a secure area on 10–11–12 November. It can only be entered through checkpoints; vehicles and pedestrians are screened, and people without accreditation are not allowed through.
See the checkpoints on the mapI live or work in Belek; how do I get in?
On 10–11–12 November local residents, hotel staff and hotel guests can use the Belek Street – Eminceler Bridge road. Local residents can also use the road to Checkpoint 5. Vehicles and pedestrians are screened at every checkpoint.
See the 10–11–12 November arrangementsWhen do the Belek hotel staff shuttles run?
Hotel staff shuttles in Belek depart at 06:00, 14:00 and 22:00 from 9 to 20 November.
See the other measuresWhen can deliveries be made to my business or hotel?
Supplies to Belek hotels, and loading and unloading at greenhouses, warehouses and wholesalers, take place between 22:00 and 06:00. On 10–11–12 November vehicles bringing supplies to hotels can only enter through Checkpoint 5. Businesses on the Leaders’ Road are asked to use alternative roads for access.
See the other measuresWill ambulances and fire engines get through?
Yes. The left lane of EXPO2016 Boulevard is kept clear for emergency services; police, fire, ambulance, AFAD and UMKE vehicles use this road. In an emergency, call 112.
Which roads should I avoid on a motorcycle or bicycle?
From 9 to 13 November, for traffic safety, motorcycles, mopeds, e-bikes and bicycles are asked not to use the D-400 between Tedaş Junction and Dikmen Junction, the Belek Tourism Road (Dikmen – Rixos junctions), Expo Boulevard and the Kral Road.
See all restrictionsWhen will these arrangements end?
Heavy vehicle and coach restrictions apply 06:00–22:00 from 9 to 13 November. The alternative routes, the split D-400 and the Belek secure area apply on 10–11–12 November. COP31 shuttles run from 9 to 20 November. There are no flight restrictions at the airport from 9 to 21 November.
See the 10–11–12 November arrangements