Airport Lounge Guide: Diyabakir Airport (DIY)

Diyarbakır Airport (DIY) is a small regional airport in southeastern Turkey serving the historic city of Diyarbakır. Most flights are domestic, connecting passengers to major Turkish cities such as Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir, though there are also (mostly seasonal) services to Germany, primarily catering to the large Turkish diaspora. The airport’s compact layout makes it easy to navigate, with a single terminal handling both domestic and (limited) international operations.

For those looking to relax before their flight, Diyarbakır Airport has a 24-hour CIP Lounge, located landside and available exclusively to domestic passengers.

Access can be purchased on the spot or in advance through partners like LoungePair and Plaza Premium.

While facilities are modest, the lounge offers a comfortable, quiet space with refreshments, Wi-Fi, and work areas — a welcome escape from the small but often busy terminal.

• Where is it? Diyarbakır Airport (IATA: DIY) is in southeastern Turkey, serving the city of Diyarbakır.

• Terminal & layout: The airport has a single terminal catering to domestic flights and a limited number of international services.

• Lounge situation: There is one lounge option: the CIP Lounge, located landside (outside security), and exclusively for passengers on domestic flights.

• Good to know: Because the lounge is outside security, you must allow extra time after your lounge visit to clear security. This lounge is not accessible when flying internationally.

The Çelebi Diyarbakır CIP Lounge is a calm, 1,000m2-plus space located in a separate building from the main terminal, offering a quiet retreat for domestic travellers. With 86 seats, a small outdoor garden and local children’s artwork, it blends comfort and cultural warmth for those seeking a more relaxed start to their journey.

Location: Landside. In a separate building next to the main terminal building. Separate outdoor entrance to the lounge. Domestic flights only.

Opening Hours: 24 hours daily.

Amenities: Food and beverages, comfortable seating/workstations, Wi-Fi, charging stations, flight information monitors/TV channels, accessible washroom, newspapers and magazines, prayer room, smoking area, telephone.

Access Duration: Maximum 3 hours.

Children: Complimentary access for children under 6 years of age when accompanied by an adult.

Access Options:

There are a number of options available to access the Celebi DIY Lounge.

• Other Purchase Options: Plaza Premium sells 3-hour passes for €20 (~$23 USD) with fixed time/date bookings at least 24 hours in advance.

• Lounge Memberships: DragonPass and Priority Pass members accepted; guest access depends on membership terms.

• Credit Cards: Access for American Express Platinum, Capital One Venture X, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Diners Club, and Mastercard (LoungeKey) cardholders.

• Pay at the Door: Walk-in entry may be available, subject to capacity.

Diyarbakır Airport offers a modest lounge offer compared to major hubs: the 24-hour CIP Lounge is your only option, located landside, with solid basics (Wi-Fi, workstations, snacks).

If you’re flying domestically from DIY, the lounge is a useful stop for comfort and work before departure.