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Introducing Balıkesir


This coastal city, which includes 22 small islands, is a popular tourist destination. Balıkesir, which is called Ida in Homer's "Iliad", is also famous for its healing waters. If you want to take a break from stressful city life and breathe wonderfully fresh air, we suggest you place Balıkesir at the top of your holiday destinations list.

Balıkesir is known for:


Culinary History and Art Seaside Swimming Wellness

Quick information

NEARBY CITIES
Bursa (177 km)
Çanakkale (161 km)
Manisa (132 km)
CURRENCY
Turkish Lira (TRY)

COUNTRY CODE
+90

ELECTRIC POWER
C, E, F

TIME ZONE
GMT +3

AVG. PRICE OF A COFFEE
N/A

AVG. PRICE OF A MEAL (2 PEOPLE)
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Average Temperature

Balıkesir airport information

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:

The Balıkesir city center is 90 km from Edremit Koca Seyit Airport and cannot be reached directly by public transport. You can get transport from the airport to Edremit, Burhaniye or Ayvalık and catch a connecting service from there to Balıkesir.

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TAXI:

You can also get to the Balıkesir city center using the 24-hour taxi service that runs from the airport. However, please bear in mind that the taxi fare for the 90 km trip is around TRY 200 and takes about 1 hour.

Average taxi price: TRY 200

CAR RENTAL:

Get on the road with some extra rewards. Book a car from Avis or Budget and get 35% off. You can earn up to 15,000 Miles with Avis and up to 7,500 Miles with Budget rentals.

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Earn 2 Miles for EUR 1 at our accommodations

Thanks to our partnership with Booking.com and Jolly, you can earn 2 Miles for EUR 1, which you can spend anywhere from friendly family lodgings, 5-star hotels, hostels to villas.

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Earn 2 Miles for EUR 1 at our accommodations

Thanks to our partnership with Booking.com and Jolly, you can earn 2 Miles for EUR 1, which you can spend anywhere from friendly family lodgings, 5-star hotels, hostels to villas.

Select hotel

Frequently asked questions about flights to Balıkesir

At which airport do Turkish Airlines Balıkesir flights operate? Learn more

Turkish Airlines flights to Balıkesir operate at Koca Seyit Airport.

How can you find the most affordable fares for flights to Balıkesir Learn more

By following Turkish Airlines' domestic and international flight ticket campaigns, you can purchase Balıkesir flight tickets at advantageous fares. In addition, we suggest planning your travel outside of special holiday periods to find Balıkesir flight tickets at the most affordable fares.

Where can you book Turkish Airlines Balıkesir flight tickets at the best price? Learn more

You can enjoy several advantages by booking a flight ticket to Balıkesir via the Turkish Airlines website or mobile application. Using our online channels, which offer different language options, allows you to benefit from campaigns and opportunities. In addition, purchasing tickets via our online channels provides you with convenience and time savings for numerous transactions such as holding the price, online check-in, and mobile boarding pass creation.

What is the baggage allowance for Turkish Airlines Balıkesir flights? Learn more

Your baggage allowance on Balıkesir flights may vary depending on the category of your ticket. During or after the ticket creation steps, you can add weight to your baggage allowance and benefit from our extra baggage service.

Can you travel with pet on Balıkesir flights? Learn more

We also carry your pets on Balıkesir flights, subject to availability and within certain rules. For more information, please check the Traveling with Pets page.

Is it possible to book a Balıkesir flight ticket with your Miles? Learn more

Depending on availability, you can purchase a Balıkesir flight ticket using your Miles.

Are meals and drinks served on Balıkesir flights? Learn more

We offer delicious food and beverages to our passengers on Balıkesir flights. You can find more information about food and beverage service on dining on board page.