How to Get from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Istanbul

Best Way to Get from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Istanbul

Istanbul, the meeting point of Europe and Asia, and a melting pot of history, culture and civilization – not to mention the great food! Historically known as Constantinople, the city has become Turkey’s most-visited city in modern years. If you are visiting, and arriving via the city’s smaller airport Sabiha Gokcen, you’ll want to know all the necessary information about how to get between the two locations. The airport is located on the Asian side of the city, whereas the central square and the most popular attractions are on the European side.

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport / Fot. Elelicht (CC BY-SA 3.0 DEED)

Is there a Train from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Istanbul?

Yes, indeed there are a number of different rail options available for you to get to the city centre of Istanbul. Here, we will provide the most efficient, which is a combination of a metro ride, followed by a short train ride. Tickets are affordable at only 48 Lira, although the bus is slightly cheaper.

To begin your journey, head to the airport’s metro station, looking out for the M4 metro. Be sure to purchase your tickets before boarding, as failure to do so can lead to a fine.

Once on board, enjoy the ride for about an hour, before disembarking at the Ayrilik Cesmesi stop, after 21 stops. From there, board the B1 train to Halkali, which will cross the Bosphorus.

Disembark at the Sirkeci stop, and walk 15 minutes south to reach Sultanahmet.

Bus from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Istanbul

To take a bus between Istanbul’s Asian-side airport and the centre of Istanbul, you are offered a variety of options; although the most efficient and practical is the one offered by HAVABUS. To purchase a ticket, you’ll be able to find their stop just outside the arrivals terminal, where a ticket to the city can be purchased for 37.5 Turkish Lira, making this the cheapest way from Sabiha Gokcen airport to Istanbul. The bus service operates between 6:30am to 00:30 am, daily, with 30 minute intervals between buses. The bus will take you to Taksim, which is one of the main hubs of the city.

The journey will take about 1.5 hours, depending on the traffic. Along the way, the bus will stop at Kavacik, FSM (2nd) Bridge, 1.Levent, Zincirlikuyu Metrobus stop and Dolapdere. You can get off at any of these stops if they are closer to your destination. If you want to go to the historical Sultanahmet area, you will need to take another transport from Taksim, such as the metro, tram or taxi.

You can also use Istanbulkart, a smart card that allows you to pay for public transport, to save money and time. You can buy and load Istanbulkart at the airport or at any kiosk or vending machine in the city.

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Distance from Istanbul to Sabiha Gökçen Airport

The distance from the square to the airport spans 47.6 kilometres in total. Presently, our estimation for a car journey indicates a duration of approximately one hour and ten minutes. However, this estimate is contingent on the prevailing traffic conditions, which can significantly fluctuate throughout the day.

Booking an Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Istanbul Transfer with AtoB

Optimal convenience awaits you with our highly recommended choice: a seamless private transfer directly from the airport to the square. If prioritising efficiency during your journey is paramount, this option stands unparalleled. To secure your chauffeured ride, navigate to our booking page and meticulously input the requisite information.

Upon completion, advance to the subsequent page where a comprehensive lineup of available vehicles will be at your disposal. Choose the most fitting car for your specific needs, and then tailor it to your liking by adding any desired extras.

Conclude the process by securely processing the transfer payment through our foolproof portal. Upon confirmation, expect an instantaneous email providing an intricate breakdown of your upcoming trip. As the transfer day approaches, anticipate a follow-up email furnishing the contact details of your assigned driver.

With these straightforward steps, you’ve effortlessly secured a dependable transfer experience in Turkey!

Taxi Fare from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Istanbul

From:

Sabiha Gökçen

Airport

To:

Istanbul

City centre

84 kilometers 58 minutes

Vehicle Class	People	Luggage	Price
Economy	3	3	€86.00
Business	3	2	€114.00
First class	3	2	€191.00
Economy Van	6	6	€82.00
Business Van	6	6	€159.00
Economy Van+	8	6	€86.00
Minibus 10pax	10	8	€141.00
Minibus 16pax	16	14	€134.00