Best time: September and October
Antalya all inclusive family holidays made simple
Published 5 October 2026 · HolidayWow editors · Written with AI, numbers checked against our data ·
Antalya is an excellent choice for a family holiday, combining a warm coastal setting, flexible all inclusive stays and activities for different ages. Use HolidayWow to shape a relaxed or busy itinerary around your family, compare live partner options and keep every day visible on the map.
In Antalya, the best months for a trip are September and October, with daytime highs up to 32 °C and the sea up to 28 °C.
7 days in Antalya in October, Beach and hiking, from London Gatwick on your own
Plan a trip- Best time to go
- September and October
- Sea in August
- 29 °C
- Swim season, sea from 21 °C
- May to November
- Flight from London Gatwick, nonstop
- about 3 h 56
iPhoto: Joe Wallace · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
iPhoto: Joe Wallace · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsAntalya at a glance
- What’s the vibe?
- Antalya gives families a useful mix of beach time, sightseeing and easy days around a resort. The coast works well for children who want swimming, sand and outdoor play, while the old town, waterfalls and nearby countryside give older children and adults something different to explore.
- Best time to go
- In Antalya, the best months for a trip are September and October, with daytime highs up to 32 °C and the sea up to 28 °C.
- How to get there?
- The journey from the UK can be organised around a direct route, with the distance from your chosen airport shown through the live travel information on the page. From London Heathrow, Antalya is 1,821 miles away, while Manchester is 1,941 miles and Edinburgh is 2,054 miles.
Why Antalya suits a family break
Antalya gives families a useful mix of beach time, sightseeing and easy days around a resort. The coast works well for children who want swimming, sand and outdoor play, while the old town, waterfalls and nearby countryside give older children and adults something different to explore.
An all inclusive stay makes the daily rhythm simpler. Meals, drinks and many resort activities can sit in one place, leaving families free to choose whether to spend the day at the pool, on a beach, on an excursion or visiting the centre of Antalya. A flexible plan is useful because children and adults rarely want the same pace every day.
For British families, Antalya also fits neatly into the school-holiday calendar. HolidayWow includes a Bank Holiday planner that brings UK public holidays and leave days together, helping you turn a shorter break into a longer family trip when your holiday dates allow.
Choosing the right family base
The right base depends on what your family wants from the holiday. Stay near the beach if pool time, short walks and easy meals are the priority. Choose a central Antalya location if you want daily access to the old town, harbour, shops and local restaurants without adding a long journey to each outing.
Families who enjoy excursions can use Antalya as a base for day trips into the surrounding landscape. The planner can place the main stay, sightseeing stops and day routes on one map, so you can see how much movement each day involves before confirming the details.
A resort area gives children an easy daily rhythm, while a town hotel can suit couples travelling with older children or families who prefer more independent meals. HolidayWow lets you describe the type of holiday you want in one sentence and then adjust the pace, stops and bases as the plan develops.
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Your trip in Antalya
26 °C by day in October- Sea 25 °C
- from London Gatwick about 3 h 56
Day 1
Arrival in Antalya
Flight from London Gatwick in 3 h 56, direct. Settle in, first evening by the harbour or in the centre.
Day 2
Red Rujj Beach
Beach day: the sea is around 25 °C in October.
Day 3
Babil Beach
Beach day: the sea is around 25 °C in October.
Day 4
Konyaaltı Beach
Beach day: the sea is around 25 °C in October.
Day 5
Mermerli Plajı
Beach day: the sea is around 25 °C in October.
Day 6
Boğaçay Sahili
Beach day: the sea is around 25 °C in October.
Day 7
Last morning and flight home
One last coffee with a sea view, then back to London Gatwick.
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Weather and sea temperature in Antalya
The warmest month is August, with 36 °C by day and 23 °C at night. The sea reaches 29 °C in August. The sunniest month is July, with 13 hours of sun a day.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day °C | 12 | 13 | 17 | 21 | 25 | 31 | 36 | 36 | 32 | 26 | 20 | 14 |
| Night °C | 4 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 19 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 6 |
| Sea °C | 18 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 21 | 25 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 25 | 22 | 20 |
| Sun h/day | 5 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| Rain days | 13 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 11 |
Weather in Antalya month by month
- January12 °C18 °C
- February13 °C17 °C
- March17 °C17 °C
- April21 °C18 °C
- May25 °C21 °C
- June31 °C25 °C
- July36 °C28 °C
- August36 °C29 °C
- September32 °C28 °C
- October26 °C25 °C
- November20 °C22 °C
- December14 °C20 °C
A seven day family outline
Start the week by settling into the stay and keeping the first day gentle. Let the children explore the pool, beach or resort grounds, then take an evening walk around the local area. This gives everyone time to learn the surroundings before the plan becomes more active.
Use the middle of the holiday for Antalya’s main sights. A morning visit to the old town and harbour can be followed by a relaxed lunch, a rest period and an evening by the sea. On another day, add a family-friendly excursion or a visit to the surrounding countryside, with the route shown on the map.
Keep a final day for the group’s favourite activity. It might be a beach afternoon, a repeat visit to a place the children enjoyed, or a slower walk around the centre. HolidayWow lets you drag stops between days and choose a relaxed, balanced or packed pace, so the final plan fits your family rather than a fixed template.
Weather and months for a family holiday
Antalya’s warmest months are July and August, when daytime temperatures reach 36 °C and the sea is 28 °C to 29 °C. These months suit families who want a full beach and pool holiday, with a relaxed daily routine and plenty of time outdoors.
iPhoto: Esginmurat · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMay and September are comfortable choices for sightseeing and swimming together. Daytime temperatures are 25 °C in May and 32 °C in September, while the sea reaches 21 °C and 28 °C. April and October can work well for families who want a balanced mix of coast and excursions, with daytime temperatures of 21 °C and 26 °C.
For a winter break, Antalya still offers a coastal setting, though the weather is cooler. January has daytime temperatures of 12 °C, while December reaches 14 °C. The planner can use the month and climate details to shape packing advice and help you build a day rhythm that suits the season.
iPhoto: Esginmurat · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Getting there
The quickest way is from London Gatwick: you're in Antalya in about 3 h 56 on a direct flight. Direct flights leave from 8 UK airports. The nearest airport is Antalya International Airport (AYT), 6 miles away.
- AYTAntalya International Airport6 miles to the destination
| From | Flight time | To | Direct flight |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick LGW | about 3 h 56 | AYT | Direct |
| London Stansted STN | about 3 h 56 | AYT | Direct |
| London Luton LTN | about 3 h 59 | AYT | Direct |
| Birmingham BHX | about 4 h 06 | AYT | Direct |
| Bristol BRS | about 4 h 08 | AYT | Direct |
| Manchester MAN | about 4 h 11 | AYT | Direct |
| Edinburgh EDI | about 4 h 23 | AYT | Direct |
| Glasgow GLA | about 4 h 27 | AYT | Direct |
| London Heathrow LHR | about 3 h 58 | AYT |
Flight times estimated from the distance, direct routes from OpenTravelData.
Travel advice for Türkiye
The current advice on safety, health and entry is published in full by GOV.UK Foreign travel advice. Check it before you book and again shortly before you leave.
Getting there and planning the practical details
The journey from the UK can be organised around a direct route, with the distance from your chosen airport shown through the live travel information on the page. From London Heathrow, Antalya is 1,821 miles away, while Manchester is 1,941 miles and Edinburgh is 2,054 miles.
iPhoto: REHBER0770 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsHolidayWow keeps the family details in one plan. You can add dates later, check live prices for stays, tours and transport, and use partner links in your preferred language and currency. The document vault keeps passports, tickets and confirmations with the trip, while the packing list follows your destination and month.
Share the plan with relatives or travelling friends through one link. Group members can view, edit, comment and vote, which helps when grandparents join the trip or when one parent is organising the holiday for the whole family. The app is free to download and to plan with.
iPhoto: REHBER0770 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsAntalya: frequently asked questions
What is the best month for Antalya all inclusive family holidays?
July and August are the warmest months, with daytime temperatures of 36 °C and sea temperatures of 28 °C to 29 °C. May and September suit families who want beach time alongside sightseeing. Choose the month that matches your family’s preferred balance of swimming, walking and excursions.
Can Antalya work for a family holiday with kids?
Yes. Antalya combines a coastal setting with resorts, beaches, the old town and nearby countryside. Children can enjoy pool and beach time, while adults can arrange walks, boat trips, cultural visits or relaxed meals. A flexible itinerary helps the group vary the pace through the week.
What should a family do in Antalya for seven days?
A seven day plan can include a gentle arrival day, beach and pool time, Antalya old town, the harbour, a family excursion and a final day for favourite activities. HolidayWow places each stop on a map and lets you move activities between days as family needs change.
Can we choose an all inclusive resort or a self catering stay?
You can set the style of accommodation in your HolidayWow description and compare the live partner options that match it. The plan can show stays, tours and transport, with live prices available through the page. Choose the arrangement that gives your family the most comfortable daily routine.
How can our family share the Antalya holiday plan?
Share one link with the people travelling with you. HolidayWow gives group members roles for viewing and editing, and they can comment or vote on places. The plan checker reorders a day after changes, helping the family keep the map and daily schedule aligned.
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