If you are landing at Antalya Airport with golf bags and extra luggage, the first step in planning your transfer is to state the exact number of passengers and amount of luggage when booking. A golf bag is much longer than a standard suitcase and needs its own space in the vehicle. If this information is not given in advance, a group of four may have to look for a second vehicle at the airport because their equipment does not fit. When planning a golf bag transfer in Antalya, choosing the vehicle class according to your luggage, sharing your flight details and finding out the meeting point in advance will make most of the journey hassle-free.
Why Golf Bags and Extra Luggage Change Your Transfer Plan
Antalya welcomes large numbers of golfers every year, particularly because of the golf courses around Belek. Most of these travellers bring their own clubs, with each person carrying a golf bag, a large suitcase and a piece of hand luggage. For a golf group of four, the number of items to be loaded into the vehicle can easily exceed twelve. A standard car is usually unable to carry this load.
Golf travel bags are generally between 120 and 135 centimetres long. This length makes it difficult to lay the luggage flat and in some vehicles means folding down part of the rear seats. When seats are folded, passenger capacity drops. That is why the number of passengers and the volume of luggage should be considered together when planning the transfer. A vehicle chosen on the number of people alone can lead to an unpleasant surprise at the airport.
Describing Your Luggage Correctly Before Booking
With a pre-booked Antalya airport transfer, the vehicle is assigned based on the information you provide. When filling in the booking form or messaging on WhatsApp, describe your luggage item by item rather than in general terms. The driver and operations team choose the vehicle based on this description.
The information you should share when booking is as follows:
- Number of adult and child passengers
- Number of golf bags and whether they are hard or soft cases
- Number of large and medium suitcases
- Number of hand bags, backpacks and small pieces of equipment
- Additional items such as golf cart bags and shoe bags
- Any child seat requirement and the child's age
Sending this list in full ensures the right vehicle class is reserved. If anything changes later, for example if someone joins the group, you should let us know before your flight.
Golf Bag Dimensions and Protective Cases
Hard-case golf bags protect clubs better, but since they do not flex, they take up more space when loading. Soft cases fit more easily into a vehicle's boot, but it is important to secure the clubs inside. Wrapping the club heads in towels or headcovers protects them from knocks both on the flight and in the vehicle. Having your name and phone number on the case prevents luggage mix-ups at the airport.
Suitcases, Hand Luggage and Extra Equipment
Golfers on holiday usually bring a week's worth of clothes, shoes and equipment. In the vehicle, large suitcases are placed on top of or next to the golf bags, while hand luggage usually stays with the passenger. Putting some of your equipment in the side pocket of your golf bag to reduce the number of suitcases can lower the total volume.
Which Vehicle Class Suits a Golf Group?
The Antalya VIP Taxi fleet has three vehicle classes: Private Minivan, Private Sprinter and Premium Minivan. The right class is determined by considering the number of passengers together with the total volume of luggage. The current passenger and luggage capacity of each vehicle class is shown on the booking screen. If you are unsure, you can send us your luggage list and ask the team for a recommendation.
Private Minivan
The Private Minivan is a popular choice for small golf groups and couples. A group of two or three people with their golf bags and suitcases usually travels comfortably in this vehicle. As luggage space shrinks with more passengers, groups close to the capacity limit should consider the next class up.
Private Sprinter
The Private Sprinter is suitable for larger groups and golf clubs travelling with a lot of equipment. As the luggage compartment is larger, long golf bags can be loaded without folding any seats. For golf groups of six or more, travelling in a single vehicle is more practical than coordinating two separate ones.
Premium Minivan
The Premium Minivan is designed for passengers who prioritise interior comfort. In terms of luggage capacity, it is considered in a similar way to the Private Minivan. Small groups of golfers with high comfort expectations may prefer this class.
From Landing to the Vehicle with a Golf Bag
At most airports, golf bags do not arrive on the regular baggage carousel but at the oversized baggage collection point. At Antalya Airport, too, long and special items are commonly delivered from a separate area. So after collecting your suitcase, allow extra waiting time for your golf bag. If your luggage is lost or damaged, you need to go to the relevant desk in the baggage area and get a report.
With a pre-booked transfer, the driver tracks your arrival time using your flight number. If your flight is delayed, the vehicle is rescheduled for the new time. If baggage delivery takes longer, letting the driver know by WhatsApp or phone clarifies the waiting time. The meet and greet usually takes place at the exit with a sign showing your name. The same process applies to night arrivals. When the driver loads the luggage, putting the golf bags in first makes the best use of the remaining space.
Carrying Golf Bags by Taxi, Bus or Private Transfer
To get from the airport to your hotel, you can choose between a taxi, airport buses and a pre-booked private transfer. Each works differently when you are travelling with golf equipment. When deciding, consider luggage capacity, the number of changes, waiting time and total cost together.
With a taxi, the type of vehicle is not known in advance, so whether long golf bags will fit only becomes clear when the car arrives. A large group may have to split into several vehicles. Bus routes usually go to the city centre or specific stops. An extra change may be needed to reach your hotel, meaning heavy equipment has to be carried more than once. With a private transfer, the vehicle is assigned according to your luggage list, so you travel from the airport to the hotel door without any changes. As the group grows, splitting the total fare per person can make the cost more balanced.
Travelling to Golf Areas and Planning Your Return
Many of Antalya's golf courses are located in and around Belek. The journey from the airport to Belek usually takes between half an hour and an hour. The Lara and Kundu area is closer to the airport, while hotels towards Side and Manavgat require a longer drive. These times can vary depending on traffic, the season and the location of your hotel.
When planning your return transfer, keep in mind that golf bags will also need to be dropped off at the oversized baggage counter at the airport. This can take longer than regular check-in. Leaving enough margin when working back from your flight time to set your hotel departure time is especially important in summer. Booking your return transfer together with your arrival transfer means the same luggage information is used for both journeys.
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions golfers ask most often relate to the practical side of booking and luggage. The answers below cover the most common ones.
Is there an extra charge for golf bags?
The price is not based on individual items of luggage but on the vehicle class selected. However, if your luggage volume requires a larger vehicle, the fare is calculated for that class.
Can I change the number of golf bags after booking?
You need to notify us of the change before your flight. The team will check whether the new amount of luggage fits in the current vehicle and update the vehicle class if necessary.
Is collecting golf bags a problem on a night arrival?
The process at night is the same as during the day. The driver tracks your flight and waits at the meeting point for as long as oversized baggage delivery takes.
How Luggage Volume Affects the Transfer Price
When travelling with golf equipment, the main factor determining the price is the vehicle class your luggage requires. A group of two that would normally travel in a small vehicle may need a larger one if they are carrying four golf bags. In this case, the fare changes even though the number of passengers stays the same. Giving an accurate luggage list at the time of booking prevents a vehicle change at the airport and any unexpected price difference. When booking through Antalya VIP taxi, the price is shown before payment, so you can see this difference in advance.
Transfer time and price vary depending on the date, vehicle class, number of passengers and destination. Peak season, night-time hours and distant resort areas are the main factors affecting the calculation. Depending on where you are staying and how much luggage your group has, please check the latest information in the Regions & Prices list on our Antalya transfer prices page.
