The airport is about 35 km from central Adana; taxis take approximately 40 minutes.
Things to do at Çukurova International Airport (COV)
Çukurova International AirportCOV
At the airport
Things to do in Çukurova International Airport
Çukurova International Airport primarily serves Adana — Turkey's fourth-largest city on the Mediterranean coastal plain, home to the magnificent 5th-century Taşköprü (Stone Bridge) still in daily use after 1,700 years. Adana is the origin of the Adana kebab — ground lamb mixed with red pepper, grilled on flat skewers, and served with sumac onions — one of Turkey's most celebrated regional dishes and best eaten here at its source. The Kapıkaya Canyon and Karatepe-Aslantaş open-air museum with Neo-Hittite reliefs are strong regional day trips.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Çukurova International Airport
- An Adana kebab at a traditional ocakbaşı (fireside grill) restaurant near Taşköprü is a non-negotiable culinary experience — the original is categorically different from all imitations.
- Karatepe-Aslantaş (Neo-Hittite site with bilingual Phoenician-Hieroglyphic Luwian inscriptions, about 130 km northeast) is one of Turkey's most underrated archaeological sites.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at COV
2 Sanctifly partner lounges at Çukurova International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestPlatinum Lounge (International)
After you clear passport control and complete the security check in the Main Terminal at Çukurova International Airport (COV), head into the airside departures area to find the Platinum Lounge (International). The airport lounge is located on level 2, directly opposite Duty Free, making it an easy stop once you’ve finished the formalities and are ready to settle in before your flight. For travelers passing through Mersin, Turkey, this convenient airside location means you won’t need to leave the secure zone or backtrack—simply follow signs toward Duty Free and look across on the second level to reach the lounge and enjoy a more comfortable pre-departure travel experience.Book Now
100 points per guestPlatinum Lounge (Domestic)
Airside at Çukurova International Airport (COV) in Mersin, Turkey, the Platinum Lounge (Domestic) is conveniently located in the Main Terminal for travelers who want a quieter place to relax before their flight. After you have completed passport control and the security check, remain in the airside departures area and follow the airport signage directing you to the CIP lounge. Continue along the indicated route and you’ll find the Platinum Lounge (Domestic) positioned directly opposite Cafe Bistro. This easy-to-spot location makes it simple to access the airport lounge without backtracking, helping you make the most of your travel time at Çukurova International Airport.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.