There are no direct flights from the UK or Ireland to Cappadocia, but the connection through Istanbul is quick and the airports are close to the main villages.
Kayseri (ASR) is 75 kilometres from Göreme and has the most flights; Nevşehir Kapadokya (NAV) is 40 kilometres away with fewer services. Both are about an hour and 20 minutes from Istanbul.
Fly to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines, British Airways, Pegasus or Aer Lingus, then connect to Kayseri or Nevşehir. Turkish Airlines uses Istanbul Airport and Pegasus uses Sabiha Gökçen, so book both legs with the same airline or allow plenty of time. Total journey time is around seven to eight hours.
Shared shuttle minibuses meet most flights and drop you at your hotel in Göreme, Uçhisar, Ürgüp or Avanos for a fixed price; book them with your hotel in advance. Taxis and private transfers are also available.
Overnight coaches run from Istanbul (about 11 hours), Antalya and Pamukkale. Cappadocia is three hours by road from Ankara and four from Konya; a hire car is useful for Ihlara Valley and the underground cities.
Check entry rules for UK and Irish passports, read getting around Turkey and compare car hire in Cappadocia. Then pick where to stay.