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Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport (NKT)
Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport is a gateway to Şırnak city and the surrounding districts of Cizre, İdil and Silopi in southeastern Turkey. Compare transfer options to Şırnak city centre, Cizre and nearby areas, and plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport
Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport serves Şırnak and the surrounding districts of southeastern Turkey. Opened on 26 July 2013, it is located on the Cizre–İdil highway, about 60 km from Şırnak city centre and roughly 10 km from Cizre.
The airport operates a single passenger terminal and primarily handles domestic flights, connecting the region with Istanbul and Ankara, with limited seasonal international services. It is named after Şerafettin Elçi, a politician from the region.
Passengers can continue to Şırnak, Cizre and nearby districts by scheduled airport bus, taxi, private transfer, chauffeur service or rental car, with road connections to the surrounding region.
Facilities include a CIP lounge, café and buffet services, ticket and car rental counters, a health unit, prayer room and parking, making the airport a practical gateway for both business and leisure travelers.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal with separate domestic and international sections. Regular services focus on domestic routes, with limited seasonal international operations.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport
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