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Gateway to Cappadocia's ancient landscapes and cave cities.
Opened
1999
Location
Nevşehir, Turkey
Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (IATA: NAV, ICAO: LTAZ) is a regional airport serving Nevşehir province in central Turkey, primarily functioning as the main air gateway to the Cappadocia region, one of Turkey's most visited tourist destinations. The airport handles both domestic and limited international flights, catering largely to tourists drawn to Cappadocia's iconic fairy chimneys, underground cities, and hot-air balloon experiences.
The airport is operated by the Directorate General of State Airports Authority (DHMİ) and has seen growth in passenger traffic driven by increasing tourism to the Cappadocia region. Domestic connections to Istanbul and Ankara are the primary routes served, with Turkish Airlines and other carriers offering scheduled services.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling both domestic and international passenger traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include private transfers, taxis, and shuttle services connecting the airport to Nevşehir city center and nearby Cappadocia towns such as Göreme, Ürgüp, and Avanos.
Airlines here
Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines are among the primary carriers serving the airport with domestic routes.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is situated approximately 30 kilometers from the town of Göreme, the heart of the Cappadocia tourist region.
- ›Hot-air ballooning over Cappadocia is one of the primary reasons tourists fly into NAV.
- ›The airport serves as a seasonal hub with significantly higher traffic during spring and summer tourist seasons.
- ›Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport competes with Kayseri Erkilet Airport as an alternative gateway to the Cappadocia region.
- ›The airport's ICAO code LTAZ places it within Turkey's LT- airspace designation system.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
