Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) transfer to your hotel
Sabiha Gökçen Airport is on the Asian side of Istanbul, and the road to Taksim or Sultanahmet crosses the bridge or the Eurasia tunnel and takes about one to one and a half hours depending on traffic, which is why most families prefer a private car to public transport with luggage. A Seen Travels driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name and takes you in a private Mercedes Vito VIP (up to 6 passengers) or a Sprinter van (up to 15) to the hotel door at a fixed USD price per vehicle read from the booking system, paid on arrival.
Sabiha Gökçen Airport transfer prices
Prices in USD per vehicle (one way), read from the booking system when the page opens. The same price applies from the hotel to the airport on departure.
Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Taksim hotels Private Mercedes Vito VIP · up to 6 passengers + 6 large bags | 60 USDper vehicle | Book now |
Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Sultanahmet, Şişli and every Istanbul district Private Mercedes Vito VIP · up to 6 passengers + 6 large bags | Price on request | Book now |
Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Istanbul (groups and large families) Large Sprinter van · up to 15 passengers + 15 large bags | 70 USDper vehicle | Book now |
Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Yalova Private Mercedes Vito VIP · up to 6 passengers + 6 large bags | 240 USDper vehicle | Book now |
What the price includes
- A driver waiting in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name, tracking your flight so there is no waiting charge if the plane is late.
- A private car just for you from Sabiha Gökçen to the hotel door on the European or the Asian side.
- Bridge or tunnel tolls included, and luggage included (6 bags in the Vito, 15 in the van).
- A fixed USD price per vehicle that does not change with the number of passengers or the hour, day or night.
- Payment on arrival to the driver, or a payment link in advance if you prefer.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup, and flight-number changes on WhatsApp.
How the meet-and-greet works
1 Book and send your flight number
Choose the route and press Book, or send us on WhatsApp your flight number to Sabiha Gökçen, the arrival date, hotel name and the number of passengers and bags. You receive a written confirmation with the price and the driver’s name.
2 The driver is waiting in the arrivals hall
After passport control and luggage you find the driver holding a sign with your name at the arrivals exit. We track the actual landing time, so if the flight is delayed the driver waits at no charge.
3 Across the bridge to the European side
The drive from Sabiha Gökçen to Taksim takes about one to one and a half hours depending on traffic via the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge or the Eurasia Tunnel, and less to Asian-side hotels (Kadıköy, Ataşehir).
4 Back to the airport at the same price
On departure we set the pickup time from the hotel to suit your flight with a margin for traffic, at the same fixed price.
The vehicles
Mercedes Vito VIP (up to 6 passengers)
A luxury air-conditioned family van with wide leather seats for 6 passengers and 6 large bags. Children count as passengers so every child has a seat.
Sprinter van (up to 15 passengers)
For groups and large families: a spacious air-conditioned van for 15 passengers and 15 large bags at one fixed price per vehicle.
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Frequently asked questions about Sabiha Gökçen transfers
How much is the transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Taksim?
The price in the table above is a fixed USD price per vehicle (Vito VIP for up to 6 passengers or a van for up to 15), read from the booking system when the page opens; it does not change with the number of passengers or the arrival time.
How far is Sabiha Gökçen from Taksim and Sultanahmet?
About 50 km; the drive by private car takes about one to one and a half hours depending on traffic, and can take longer in the evening rush hour.
Is there a night surcharge?
No. The price is fixed around the clock and the service runs 24 hours by prior arrangement.
Where do I find the driver?
In the arrivals hall at the exit after collecting your luggage, holding a sign with your name. We track your flight number, so a delay is not a problem.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle whatever the number of passengers up to the vehicle’s capacity; children count as passengers so that each child has a seat.
How do I pay, and can I cancel?
Pay on arrival to the driver or via a payment link in advance. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the pickup.
Which airport is easier for families: Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen?
Istanbul Airport is closer to the Taksim and Sultanahmet hotels (45 to 60 minutes), while Sabiha Gökçen is closer to Asian-side hotels. With a private car waiting with a name sign, the difference is only the driving time.
Send your flight number to Sabiha Gökçen and your hotel name and we confirm the driver and the fixed price within minutes.