The Cukurova Airport bus you are looking for is called Havamaş
If you searched for a Havaş bus at Cukurova Airport, you are not alone. You also will not find one. The Cukurova Airport shuttle bus is run by Havamaş, not by the Havaş brand. Locals still call it "Havaş" out of habit, which is why search results mix the two names. This guide covers where the buses go, how to check current times, what to expect as an international visitor, and when the bus is the right call for your trip.
We are the EcrinVIP team, and we meet passengers at this airport every day. We would rather give you an honest picture than push a transfer you do not need. Sometimes the bus is enough. Your luggage, group size, landing time and final address decide that, not us.
Where the airport is and where the buses go
Cukurova International Airport (IATA: COV) sits in the Tarsus district of Mersin province. It opened to commercial flights on 10-11 August 2024 and took over passenger traffic from Adana Şakirpaşa Airport, which no longer handles commercial flights. So if your ticket says Adana, this is where you land. The airport serves both Adana and Mersin, which is why bus links run in two directions.
Havamaş connects the airport with three main centres:
- Adana: departures use central stops such as shopping malls and the main bus station (otogar). The road distance to central Adana (Seyhan) is about 35-40 km.
- Mersin: buses use major stops inside the city. Central Mersin is about 45-50 km away.
- Tarsus: the closest town, about 25 km from the terminal.
- Other towns: for places like Ceyhan, Erdemli or Silifke, ask through official channels whether a direct line exists. If it does not, you will need a second vehicle from the city centre.
We deliberately do not list every stop here. Stops and routes get updated, and an outdated list can leave you waiting in the wrong place at midnight.
How to check Cukurova Airport bus times
The question we hear most from guests is simple: "What time is the next bus?" In general, departures run roughly every hour, with frequent services through the night as well. Exact times and fares do change, though. Do not rely on an old screenshot or a timetable with no date on it. Confirm current times and fares through Havamaş's official channels.
- A few days before you travel, check the official Havamaş website or its official contact channels for your direction and date.
- On the day, check again before you set off. Schedules can be adjusted for season and demand.
- After landing, ask the information desk or the bus staff about the next departure.
- If you land late at night, note both the next and the last departure. A delayed flight can push you past it.
Then add the journey itself. The bus can take about 1 hour to Adana and about 1.5 hours to Mersin because of the stops along the way. Rush-hour traffic can stretch that further.
Practical tips for international visitors
Language and boarding
Do not count on English being spoken by everyone along the way. Have your destination written in Turkish, or saved as a map pin on your phone, and show it to the driver before you board. Check that the bus is heading to your city. Adana and Mersin services leave from the same airport, and picking the wrong one is an easy mistake after a long flight.
Money and payment
Accepted payment methods can change, so ask before boarding. Carry a small amount of Turkish lira in cash in case a foreign card is not accepted. Keep your passport in your hand luggage rather than deep in a suitcase; your hotel will ask for it at check-in.
Mobile data
Checking times, maps and messages on arrival is far easier with working data. Sort out roaming or a local SIM before you need it, not at the bus door.
Going back to the airport
Work backwards from your departure time: check-in and security, the bus ride, getting to the stop, plus a buffer. Miss one bus and you wait for the next. Our guide on how to get to Cukurova Airport covers departure timing in detail.
Pros and cons: who should take the bus?
For the right traveller, the bus works well. For the wrong one, it is a cheap-looking ride that ends up tiring.
Pros:
- For a solo traveller the cost usually stays low.
- Departures run frequently through the day and night.
- It links the airport with central points in Adana, Mersin and Tarsus.
- If your hotel is close to a stop, you need nothing else.
Cons:
- It is not door to door, so you may need a taxi from the stop.
- Stops along the route make it slower than a private car.
- The bus does not wait for delayed flights.
- Heavy luggage, a pushchair or small children make boarding harder.
- For a family or group, per-person fares add up quickly.
- After a midnight landing, the last leg from the stop becomes its own problem.
To compare the real door-to-door cost of bus, taxi and private transfer, read our guide to Cukurova Airport transport prices.
When a private transfer makes more sense
A pattern we see often on late flights: a passenger takes the bus into town, then stands at the stop looking for a taxi. Two vehicles, two payments, a tired end to a long day. With a family, a group or a business schedule, it gets harder.
At EcrinVIP the price is fixed per vehicle, not per person. We track your flight, so if it is delayed your driver waits. You are met free of charge with a name sign and driven straight to your address. Our fleet runs from the Mercedes Vito VIP to the Sprinter, midibuses and coaches, and you can request a child seat. We do not take online payments. You pay on the day by the method you choose: cash, card or bank transfer.
Depending on where you are heading, the Cukurova Airport to Adana transfer or Cukurova Airport to Mersin transfer page shows the fixed price per vehicle. Full service details are on our Cukurova Airport transfer page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a Havaş bus at Cukurova Airport?
No, the Havaş brand does not operate at this airport. The bus that locals call "Havaş" is run by Havamaş, which links the airport with Adana, Mersin and Tarsus. When you search for times, stops or fares, use the name Havamaş to reach current official information faster. At the terminal, follow the signs and vehicles carrying that name.
Do the airport buses run at night?
Generally yes. Departures run roughly every hour, with frequent services through the night. Night schedules can still differ from daytime ones, and times change from time to time. If you land late, confirm that night's departures through Havamaş's official channels before you fly. Remember the bus does not track your flight, so a delay can mean waiting for the next one.
How long does the bus take to Adana or Mersin?
The bus can take about 1 hour to Adana and about 1.5 hours to Mersin, depending on stops and traffic. By private car, central Adana is about 35-50 minutes away and central Mersin about 45-60 minutes. Add the time it takes to get from the bus stop to your hotel when you compare the two options.
Can I pay for the bus with a foreign card?
Accepted payment methods can change, so check with Havamaş's official channels or the bus staff before boarding. To be safe, carry a small amount of Turkish lira in cash. We do not quote fares here because they change and different sources list different numbers. Confirm the current fare officially before you travel.
If the bus suits your trip, confirm the times and travel light. If you would rather be met at arrivals and driven to your door, enter your route and flight details in our booking form and we will plan the rest.
