Get your bags, exit the gates of Malatya Airport (MLX-Erhag), and collect your rental car. Which one you climb into depends on where you’ll be going. If you’ll be primarily driving in downtown Malatya, around 19 miles from the terminal, go for something small and zippy. A compact car that’s easy to maneuver will be perfect for navigating those busy city streets. But with so many things to see, like the striking bays of the surrounding region, you’ll probably be clocking up a few miles. A bigger vehicle, like an SUV or a full-size car, will make longer road trips a joy.