Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW) Transfers & Taxi

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How the service works

1
Choose the route and a car You can order a vehicle of any capacity — from a Micro for two to a 19-seater bus.
2
Complete the booking form
and choose a payment method
Select the pickup date and time, then choose a payment method. As soon as your booking is complete, you will receive an email with a voucher.
3
The driver meets you
with a nameplate at the airport
The driver will be waiting for you on site at the scheduled time. They will guide you to the car and take you to your hotel.

7834 reviews about transfer from Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW) with an average rating of 4.6 / 5

The trip was held at the highest level. The driver is polite, arrived a little earlier than the appointed time, found us in the lobby of the hotel himself, helped to carry our suitcases. Thank you for a comfortable trip and an attentive driver. Ippolitova Svetlana
You are the best! Sergiy Savostin
The transfer was amazing! Very simple and uncomplicated. We arrived at our apartment on time. The car itself was very well equipped and comfortable. We were allowed to plug in our smartphone to listen to our own music. We had a lot of fun! Thanks a lot! Gizem Arslan
The driver was waiting for us as agreed and he kindly helped us to buy a SIM card at the airport. He helped us with the luggage and even gave us some water, and got us coffee and chocolates on the way to Istanbul! It was the best service from a taxi transfer that I’ve ever experienced! Gulya Garside
Excellent , the plane was late to land but the driver waited for me long time ... very pleased Thank you Maha Almansoori
Although i asked for an economy car i received a mini van, the trip was ok and the driver was good. Following my GPS, he made a long turn to arrive to the hotel but eventually we arrived and he was very nice. Overall i am satisfied with the service and for sure ill use kiwi service again. Hicham Dagher
The trip went great, the driver was early and very professional, he helped us load the bags in and out of the car. I would recomend kiwitaxi to anyone. 10/10 great service. William
All went well! Good communication on whatapp and on a phone with confirm. Friendly driver, good clean car, and on-time. Also safe driving, would book my transfer here again Recommend! Marina
I was pleasantly surprised that my return ride was GREAT. I had some problems with my first ride from the Istanbul Airport into town and had planned to also handle the return trip with Kiwitaxi. This drive and this trip was very good. The vehicle was clean, the driver arrived 10 minutes early, was very helpful in getting our bags into the vehicle, was polite, spoke Turkish, Arabic, and English. He was a safe driver, did NOT use his phone during the trip, was friendly but also was appropriately quiet. It was a good last impression that was left. VanettaA
All good - our driver, Anthony, was early to collect us, helpful with our luggage, and pleasant to chat to en route to the airport. Would definitely recommend this service. Carole P

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Budget For a couple or a family with a child.
Business class For comfortable business trips.
Spacious For groups of up to 19 people or large baggage.

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Wait time if your flight is delayed 90 minutes of free waiting time at the airport.
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FAQ

How do I book a transfer from/to Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW)?

Enter the departure location in the “From” field and the destination in the “To” field. You can enter the name of the place or specify the exact address. The drop-down suggestions will make the search faster and easier.

Then, click on the “View Prices” button. Select the required transfer class and click "Book" to continue with the booking.

How far in advance should I book a transfer from/to Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW)?

The timing depends on the vehicle class.

Premium class vehicles or Minibus for 10, 13, 16 or 19 pax should be booked at least 24 hours in advance.

Standard vehicles (Micro, Economy, Comfort, Minivan 4 pax, Minibus 7 pax) should be booked at least 16 hours prior to your trip.

If you don't have that much time, you can book an urgent transfer. We will inform you as soon as possible whether we can provide the service or not.

What should I do if my flight from Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW) is delayed?

As soon as you find out that your flight is delayed, please inform your driver by calling the phone number provided to you, contacting Customer Support via e-mail at support@kiwitaxi.com, by using the online chat on our website, or by calling +442080682801.

Provide the order number and the new arrival time.

What should I do if my flight to Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW) arrives early?

If your flight arrives early, your driver may not be at the meeting point with a nameplate yet. Please wait for the driver at the meeting point indicated on the voucher.

You can also contact the driver by phone or SMS to speed up your meeting at the airport.

Important note: If possible, do not leave the airport with a local taxi service, as we will not be able to refund you.

How do I find my driver before my transfer from/to Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW)?

Important note: Your driver will meet you with a nameplate displaying the first and last names you provided during the booking.

For airport transfers, the driver will meet you at the arrivals area exit. It is located after the passport control and the baggage claim areas.

For hotel transfers, the driver will wait in the lobby.

Detailed meet-up instructions can be found in your trip confirmation voucher. It will also include the driver’s telephone number.

How much does a taxi transfer service from/to Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW) cost?

The taxi fare for a transfer from/to Istanbul airport «Sabiha Gokcen» (SAW) depends on the vehicle class and distance to your destination. To view the exact taxi rate, please use our website by entering your departure and arrival locations and our system will instantly provide you with the cost. Opting for Kiwitaxi's taxi service ensures not only a favourable fare but also peace of mind, comfort, and attentive care for you and your loved ones, often at a price comparable to or even lower than local taxi services.

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Transfers vs. Other Ways to Get from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

The Sabiha Gokcen Airport is the second most important air hub in Turkey. It's named after the first Turkish female pilot. The airport is located in the Asian part of the city, 35 km from the historic center. It has two terminals: the first one is for domestic flights and the second is for international flights. From the airport, tourists usually go to the Istanbul district of Sultanahmet, where the main attractions are concentrated, and to the Ataturk Airport. From the city, you can go to the thermal resort of Yalova and to Bulgarian Burgas.

How to Get From Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Istanbul City Center or the other way round

You can go in this direction in several ways, such as:

  • bus + ferry + tram. On the Havatas shuttle or E10 bus, you need to get to the Kadikoy quay, then take the ferry and get off on Eminonu Pier, then wait for the T1 tram which will take you to the center;
  • bus + cableway + tram. On the Havatas shuttle, go to Taksim Square, from there go down by cable car to the stop "Kabatash" and change to the tram T1;
  • bus + metro + tram. Take the KM22 route to Kartal metro station, then go to Ayrilikcesme station and there take the train through the tunnel Marmaray under the Bosphorus. You need to get off at the Sirkeci stop and there change to the tram T1;
  • bus + metro bus. Take the E10 or E11 route to Uzuncayir stop and then change to the metro bus;
  • taxi service at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. You can take a taxi cab in the parking lot, call it by phone or through a mobile app;
  • transfer from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. You need to book in on the site.

Shuttles run from 04:00 to 00:00, the route E11 - from 06:00 to 00:05, route E10 - round the clock. The average time interval is 30 minutes, and the journey time is 1 hour. The ferry leaves every half an hour, and the last one leaves at 20:00. The rest of transport runs from 06:00 to 00:00.

As you can see, the center of the city, where tourists usually settle, cannot be reached directly. However, in 2018, it is planned to extend the metro line to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, which will reduce the number of changes.

Transfer vs. Taxi from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (taken on the spot or ordered via the app)

Advantages of a private transfer

You can order a child seat. In Turkey, it is not customary to use a holding device in taxi, and it will be difficult to find a taxi cab with it.

You will not become a victim of deception. Taxi drivers in Turkey often deviate from the route, take a longer way or use the night fare, which was canceled many years ago. The transfer fee is known in advance, and after the advance payment, nothing can change it.

You will leave for the hotel immediately upon arrival. As for taxi, you need to find it in the parking lot or wait for its arrival. And if you use a transfer from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to the city, meeting with the driver Kiwitaxi is organized as close to the arrival zone as possible, so you do not have to wander searching for the car.

The same price as for a taxi. A trip by taxi on average will cost you 50 dollars, and by transfer - 54 dollars.

Transfer from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport vs. Public Transport

Advantages of a private transfer

You go without a change. In order to get to the historic center of the city by public transport, you need to make three or four changes.

You save time. You will reach the place from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen in 45 minutes by transfer. Choosing public transportation, you spend one hour on a trip. And after, you still need to make two changes, spend time on the way from one stop to the other, and wait for the transport you need.

You can leave even after midnight. The transfer service is available round the clock, while public transport is only available until 00:00.

You will not go with suitcases in aisle. Only the shuttle has a luggage compartment but on this transport, you will travel only part of the way.

You will not stand in line to get a transport card. In public transport in Turkey, cash is not accepted - only tokens or cards. They are sold at special machines. During rush hours, there are long queues to buy them.

You do not need to exchange currency upon arrival. The machine for the sale of travel tokens and cards accepts only cash in Turkish lira. You can pay for the transfer online with a bank card.

Disadvantage of a private transfer

It's much more expensive. The maximum fare with all changes and cost of a travel card will make about 5 dollars in total.