Located in Altıntaş district of Kutahya, Zafer International Airport is Turkey’s first regional airport, serving the provinces of Kutahya, Afyonkarahisar and Usak. It is the fourth largest airport in Turkey as of its opening date.
Although there are different airports in the region; Usak Airport could not reach the expected passenger capacity, Eskişehir Anadolu Airport lost its attractiveness due to the high speed train services, it was built to provide easy access to expatriate citizens mostly in Europe such as Germany and Belgium, to reduce the density especially in Istanbul during the pilgrimage season, and to attract foreign tourists to the thermal facilities in Kutahya and Afyon.
Zafer Airport has CAT II qualifications according to the classification made by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The airport has a total indoor area of 27,000 m² and sits on 910 acres. The total size of the airport’s terminal building is 17,600 m². The airport has VIP and CIP lounges for private jet and diplomatic flights. The apron is 240×150 meters long, concrete covered and has a capacity of five aircraft. The terminal has nineteen check-in counters and four aircraft docking gates. There are eight customs entry/exit control counters for international passengers.
Kutahya private jet charter prices
Although Kutahya Zafer Airport air charter fees depend on variables such as the number of passengers, departure airport, flight time, aircraft position, flight date, the prices for private jet charter from Istanbul → Kutahya are as follows.
| Light Jet | 8.500 EUR + VAT |
| Midsize Jet | 10.750 EUR + VAT |
| Heavy Jet | 14.050 EUR + VAT |
These prices are average amounts and you can contact us on our flight reservation screen or by phone for the most accurate price information.
History of Zafer Airport
The airport, which could only be tendered to a company that participated in the third round due to lack of participants with the build-operate-transfer model, was completed in 18 months by IC İÇTAŞ İnşaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., a subsidiary of IC Holding. Started on April 22, 2011, the airport was inaugurated on November 25, 2012. Costing 155 million TL, the airport will be operated by IC İÇTAŞ İnşaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. until 2044.
Top places to visit in Kuthaya
Kutahya is a city rich with its historical and cultural heritage. Kutahya Castle should be your first stop when you visit the city. The castle is located at a high point of the city and dazzles with its historical buildings. Then, you should visit Kutahya Tile Museum. In the museum, you can see valuable artifacts that reveal Kutahya’s famous tile-making tradition. Germiyan Street in the city center attracts attention with its historical texture and local architecture. Here you can feel the atmosphere of the city and buy traditional handicraft products.
In addition, Kutahya Clock Tower is one of the symbols of the city and an important landmark for visitors. Simav Waterfall, one of the natural beauties of Kutahya, is also worth seeing. Located close to the city center, this waterfall is ideal for those who want to have a pleasant getaway in touch with nature. Finally, do not leave the city without tasting Kutahya Pismaniye, the famous flavor of Kutahya.
Kutahya Zafer Airport transportation details
Transportation from Kutahya Zafer Airport to the city center offers several different alternatives. Finding a taxi at the airport exit is one of the fastest and most practical options. You can reach the center after a journey of approximately 45 minutes.
Another option is the municipal buses departing from the public transportation stops in front of the airport. Buses usually depart from the airport at certain time intervals and offer a journey of approximately 1 hour. Havaş shuttles also operate between the airport and the city center.
