Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Balikesir more easily: To get to Balikesir, book a flight to Balıkesir (BZI), the closest major airport, which is located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from the city center. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Balikesir Station, Gokkoy Station, or Candir Station.