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Transportation from City Center to Istanbul Airport

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Istanbul New Airport

Reaching Istanbul New Airport from Istanbul city center is quite straightforward with various transportation options available. Located approximately 45 km from the city center, this airport is situated in the Arnavutköy district, close to the coast of the Black Sea.

IETT and HAVAIST buses are commonly preferred modes of transportation between the city center and the airport. Additionally, with the M11 metro line connecting Gayrettepe to Istanbul New Airport, one can also enjoy a fast and comfortable subway journey. Private transfer services or traveling with your own car are other available alternatives. However, to prevent potential delays, it's essential to set out for the airport about 3.5 to 4.5 hours before your flight time.

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Airport Buses

From the enchanting streets of Istanbul to the ultra-modern Istanbul Airport, HAVAIST buses are the ideal choice for those who want to reach. With these buses, you can comfortably travel to the airport from all over the city.

HAVAIST buses operate 24 hours a day from different parts of Istanbul to the airport. The average journey time is about 100 minutes, depending on the traffic situation.

Here are the HAVAIST routes:

HVİST-5 – Esenler Bus Station to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 60 minutes)

Route: Esenler Bus Station → Otogar Road → Hasdal → Istanbul Airport.

HVİST-6 – Halkalı to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 60 minutes)

Route: Halkalı Station → Housing Unity → Çimentepe → Arenapark → Başakşehir Metrokent → Istanbul Airport.

HVİST-7 – Beylikdüzü to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 75 minutes)

Route: Beylikdüzü Marmarapark Mall → TÜYAP → Büyükçekmece → Tepecik → Çatalca State Hospital → Istanbul Airport.

HVİST-8 – Avcılar to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 100 minutes)

Route: Avcılar Mosque → Haramidere → Bahçeşehir Center → Ispartakule → Istanbul Airport.

HVİST-9 – Kadıköy to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 100 minutes)

Route: Kadıköy → Acıbadem Metro → Yenisahra → Tepeüstü → Istanbul Airport.

HVİST-10 – Pendik to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 110 minutes)

Route: Pendik High-Speed Train Station → Tavşantepe Metro → Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Istanbul Airport.

HVİST-13 – Bakırköy to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 90 minutes)

Route: Bakırköy IDO Pier → Ataköy → Şirinevler → Istanbul Airport.

HVİST-14 – Taksim to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 90 minutes)

Route: Taksim → Beşiktaş Pier → Zincirlikuyu Metrobus → 4th Levent → Istanbul Airport.

HVİST-15 – Yenikapı to Istanbul Airport (Travel Time: 100 minutes)

Route: Yenikapı Coast → Yenikapı Marmaray → Aksaray → Ulubatlı → Istanbul Airport.

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Bus

Istanbul, with its dynamic structure and dense population, is Turkey's largest metropolis. In this vast city, it's crucial to have easy and quick access to Istanbul Airport. To address this need, the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality has arranged bus routes with IETT buses to various destinations. These bus lines provide a great convenience for citizens traveling by air, allowing them to reach the airport comfortably without getting stuck in traffic.

Here are the bus lines offered by IETT for transportation to Istanbul Airport and their routes:

H-1 Mahmutbey Metro - Istanbul Airport:

  • Route: Mahmutbey Metro, Karacaoğlan İÖO, İnönü Cad, Halkalı Cad, Pirireis, 15 Temmuz Mah, Sanayi Mah, İkitelli Bridge, Istanbul Airport, Airport Taxi Cooperative, VIP Terminal, Provincial Administration, Police.

H-2 Mecidiyeköy - Istanbul Airport:

  • Route: Mecidiyeköy Metrobus, Çağlayan Road, Nurtepe Viaduct, Highways 1st Region Directorate, Hasdal, Kemer Road, Forest Road, Shore Safety, Istanbul Airport, Airport Taxi Cooperative, VIP Terminal, Provincial Administration, Police.

H-3 Halkalı Marmaray - Istanbul Airport:

  • Route: Gümrük, Halkalı Marmaray, Gültepe District, Lake Residences, Bezirganbahçe TOKI, TOKI Residences, Station Neighborhood Headman, Sakarya Street, European Residences 3, Halkalı Police Station, Halkalı Park, Big Ali Street, Sunpark Houses, Halkalı Road, İkitelli Street, Atatürk District, İkitelli Garage, İmsan, MASKO 2, MASKO 1, Ironworkers Site, Istanbul Airport, Airport Taxi Cooperative, VIP Terminal, Provincial Administration, Police.

H-6 Yunus Emre Neighborhood - Istanbul Airport:

  • Route: Yunus Emre Neighborhood, Salt Depot, Mimar Sinan Boulevard, Public Bread Factory, Government Mansion, Hacı Mehmet Cingil Middle School, Beneficial Mosque, Mescid-i Selam, Mescid-i Selam Mosque, Habibler District, Habipler, Tepeüstü, Esen Garden, Arnvutköy Road, Sıncanlar, Fenertepe Road, Lantern Hill, Kayabaşı Road, Forest Enterprise, Balcılar, Pine Grove, Road Maintenance, Boğazköy Road, A.Village State Hospital, Fatih Street, Gaziosmanpaşa Street, Necip Fazıl Street, Arnavutköy, Redif Street, Osmangazi Street, C.Reşit Rey İÖO, Kozlar, Hazreti Ömer Mosque, Kiptaş Residences, Arnavutköy Municipality, Taşoluk Green Mosque, Taşoluk Road, Hasan Tahsin Street, Y.Selim District, Çardaktepe, Rose Street, Ottoman Mansions, Sancaktepe, Taşoluk Municipality, Çangalçeşme Road, Pine Grove District, Terkos Road, Pine Hill, Picnic Area, Istanbul Airport, Airport Taxi Cooperative, VIP Terminal, Provincial Administration, Police.

H-8 Hacıosman/Sarıyer - Istanbul Airport:

  • Route: Hacıosman, H.Osman Bayırı St, Sarıyer, Yusuf Ziya Stadium, Hüseyin Kalkavan High School, Cornerstone, Mine Kocataş, Mine District, Above Mine, Acarlar, Blacksmith Fountain, Gürgensu Site, Blacksmith Hill, Zekeriyaköy Transformer, Bahçeköy Road, Zekeriyaköy Road, Iron Village Road, Forest Estate, Northern Mansions, G.Valley Nursery, Green Valley, Mackerel Village Road, Martyrdom, Lion Nursery, Kilyos Cemetery, Istanbul Airport, Airport Taxi Cooperative, VIP Terminal, Provincial Administration, Police.
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Car Rental

Renting a car in Istanbul's city center is a particularly practical option for businessmen. The freedom to move according to your own schedule provides flexibility, making it easier to reach your meetings and events in the city.

Once you've wrapped up your business in Istanbul, you can set out for Istanbul Airport. Typically, rented cars can be returned at designated drop-off points at the airport. However, to ensure a timely and hassle-free return, it's advisable to allocate sufficient time before your flight.

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Private Car

Traveling from Istanbul's bustling and dynamic city center to the new Istanbul Airport by private car is quite straightforward. You can directly access the airport using main arteries such as the D-20 Highway and the Northern Marmara Motorway. Thanks to the conveniences provided by modern navigation systems, you can set your route and reach the airport as quickly as possible depending on the traffic conditions.

The parking services offered by Istanbul Airport are also quite impressive. This vast airport has a total parking capacity for 40,000 vehicles. The car park is user-friendly and is divided into five different blocks. These blocks are named according to their colors: Green, Blue, Turquoise, Red, and Yellow Parking. Each parking block has a different number of floors, with the green and red parking lots notably having seven floors, while the yellow parking lot consists of three floors. Whether you have short-term or long-term parking needs, you can take advantage of the vast parking facilities of the airport. Benefits such as the up to 15 days of free parking service offered specifically for disabled individuals reflect the guest-focused service approach of Istanbul Airport.

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Transfer

For those looking to travel from Istanbul city center to Istanbul Airport, a private transfer is a comfortable and convenient solution. With this service, you can easily reach the airport directly from your chosen address.

Private transfers select the best route considering the city traffic. Thus, with a vehicle waiting for you exactly when and where you want, it offers a swift and comfortable travel experience.

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Taxi

Taking a taxi from the bustling streets of Istanbul to Istanbul Airport offers a quick and direct option. Hailing a cab from the city center can save you extra time before your flight.

When traveling by taxi, routes often follow main arteries and highways, potentially shortening travel time depending on traffic. Especially during peak hours or significant events, pre-arranging your taxi ensures timely arrival at the airport and prevents unexpected delays.

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Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

Located on the Asian side of Istanbul, Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is in close proximity to many key points of the city, such as 40 km from Kadıköy and 50 km from Taksim.

Thanks to the TEM Highway, it is easily accessible from various parts of Istanbul and neighboring cities. In addition to public transportation options like the metro, municipal buses, and HAVAIST service, you can also reach the airport using individual choices like taxis, private transfers, or rental cars.

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Airport Buses

Havabüs service is an ideal option for comfortable and quick transportation to Sabiha Gökçen Airport. This service operates from three main departure points: Taksim, Kadıköy, and Yenisahra. In Taksim, it departs from in front of Point Hotel opposite Divan Hotel, in Kadıköy from in front of the İETT bus stops on the pier, and in Yenisahra from the Yenisahra metro station.

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Bus

Located on the Asian side of Istanbul, Sabiha Gökçen International Airport can be accessed through various transportation options from different parts of the city. The IETT bus routes provide a means for travelers from many areas of Istanbul to reach the airport directly or with transfers. Particularly for those wishing to travel from the city center and its surrounding regions to the airport, these bus routes stand out as a practical and economical choice.

IETT bus routes:

  • 122H – 4.Levent – Yenişehir – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • 130H – Naval Academy (Tuzla) – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • 132H – Pendik YHT – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • 16S – Uzunçayır Metrobus – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • E3 – 4. Levent Metro – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • E9 – Bostancı – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • E10 – Kadıköy – Kurtköy – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • E11 – Kadıköy – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • MR60 – Pendik/Pendik YTH – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • SG1 – Kadıköy – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • SG2 – Taksim – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
  • UM73 – Sabiha Gökçen Airport – Sultanbeyli Necip Fazıl Metro
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Minibus

Using a minibus to reach Sabiha Gökçen Airport from the city center is another viable transportation method. On the Anatolian side, from Kadıköy to Pendik, minibuses that travel the minibus route are available every minute, ensuring frequent transportation options.

Once you reach the final stop in Pendik, you can then transfer to İETT's E-9 and MR60 lines to continue your journey to the airport. If you prefer not to use public transport after reaching Pendik by minibus, you have the option to quickly reach Sabiha Gökçen Airport by taking a taxi from Pendik's central area. This provides an efficient, albeit potentially more costly, alternative to reach the airport from the city center.

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Metro

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is a crucial transportation hub located on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. To reach this airport, you can easily take the M4 Kadıköy-Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line.

The route of the M4 metro line is as follows: Kadıköy, Ayrılık Çeşmesi, Acıbadem, Ünalan, Göztepe, Yenisahra, Kozyatağı, Bostancı, Küçükyalı, Maltepe, Huzurevi, Gülsuyu, Esenkent, Hastane-Adliye, Soğanlık, Kartal, Yakacık-Adnan Kahveci, Pendik, Tavşantepe, Fevzi Çakmak-Hastane, Yayalar-Şeyhli, Kurtköy, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport. By traveling on this line, you can easily and swiftly access Sabiha Gökçen Airport from the Anatolian side of Istanbul.

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Car Rental

Traveling to Sabiha Gökçen Airport with a rental car offers flexibility and independence. Starting from the city center, by following the main roads, you can easily reach the airport. This method can be particularly practical for larger groups or if you have a lot of luggage.

If you're coming from the Anatolian side, you can directly access the airport by following the E80 highway. If you're coming from the European side, you can cross over to the Anatolian side via the Bosphorus Bridge or the Avrasya Tunnel, then again use the E80 highway to get to the airport. This approach can vary depending on traffic conditions; therefore, it's recommended to check the route's congestion before your journey.

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Private Car

Reaching Sabiha Gökçen Airport from the city center with your private vehicle is quite straightforward. The airport is 50 km from Taksim, 40 km from Kadıköy, and 12 km from Pendik. You can easily access this airport using the coastal road, E5, and TEM highway routes.

If you're planning to leave your car at the airport, you can take advantage of parking facilities provided by İspark and Pendik Municipality outside the airport. After parking in these lots, you can use free shuttle services to directly reach the airport terminal.

Sabiha Gökçen Airport hosts a multi-story car park with a capacity for 4,718 cars and 72 buses. In the parking lot, there's also a paid valet service available, allowing you to avoid the hassle of searching for a parking spot.

Moreover, around the airport, there are private parking options like IstPark, Havapark, Jetpark, Sözmenpark, and Avrasya Otopark. These parking lots offer comfortable transportation to the airport with their free shuttle services.

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Transfer

Using a private transfer option to reach Sabiha Gökçen Airport is an ideal method for those who seek comfort and customization. This type of service has gained popularity in recent years and is also referred to as "Private Shuttles".

Especially for large groups, families with children, and travelers with a lot of luggage, choosing private transfers over public transportation can provide a more relaxing experience. With this service, you are picked up from your desired location and taken to the airport, eliminating the hassles of waiting or making transfers.

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Taxi

Another method to reach Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. Especially if there's no nearby transportation option or if you need to get to the airport quickly, taking a taxi can be a comfortable choice. With the advantages of modern technology, you can estimate the taxi fare from your location to the airport in advance and check the route's congestion.

Taxi rides from the European side can be costly; hence, it's generally more economical to take a taxi to the airport from places on the Anatolian side, such as Kartal or Maltepe.

Transportation from Antalya Airport to City Center

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Antalya Airport

Transportation from Antalya Airport to the city center can be provided by various means. Bus, tram, taxi services, local and international car rental agencies, and companies offering private transfer services are available. However, due to the hot climate of Antalya in the summer season, bus travel may not be ideal in terms of comfort. Taxis, superior in terms of speed and comfort, provide transportation to the city center in approximately 40 minutes. Additionally, you can use AntRay trams, city public buses, and airport shuttle buses.

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Airport Buses

Havaş provides a consistent bus service between Antalya Airport and Antalya city center. The services run every hour from 04.00 in the morning to 22.00 in the evening, with an additional service at 1.30 at night. The average journey time is approximately 35 minutes. The departure point for Havaş buses is the exit of the domestic passenger terminal. If you are arriving from an international flight, you can switch to the domestic terminal to utilize the Havaş bus services.

The route of Havaş to Antalya city center is as follows: The buses depart from Antalya Airport and continue through Serik Street, Gazi Boulevard, Hal Intersection, and Kepez Municipality via Dumlupınar Boulevard. They then pass by Antalya Bus Terminal and Akdeniz University, eventually reaching Migros Shopping Mall on Atatürk Boulevard, which is the final stop.

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Bus

From Antalya Airport, there are two Antrobüs routes available to reach the city. The first one, bus number 600, heads towards Antalya City Bus Terminal, passing through significant places such as Aspendos Boulevard, Mevlâna Street, and Yüzüncü Yıl Boulevard during your journey. If you choose this route, you can get off at any stop along the way to reach your desired destination. Bus number 600 departs every half an hour from 6 in the morning, excluding the hours between 01:15 and 03:45 at night.

Alternatively, you can opt for bus number 800. This route goes towards Sarısu, passing through Barınaklar Boulevard and the Old Cemetery, before reaching AKM Migros and finally Sarısu. You can use the bus number 800 to reach any places along its route. Additionally, there are buses departing from the Antalya Bus Terminal that can take you to various popular areas of the city.

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Tramway

Travelling from Antalya Airport to the city center becomes an exceptionally fast, secure, and economical experience thanks to the Antray tram line. By utilizing this line, which connects both the airport and significant points in the city, you can comfortably explore Antalya.

Among the lines starting from the airport by Antray, you'll find key stops such as Yonca Kavşak, Sinan, Yenigöl, and Altınova. You can easily reach popular shopping centers located at the Sinan stop like Deepo AVM and Mall of Antalya, the TED College at the Yenigöl stop, and Agora AVM and IKEA at the Altınova stop. Additionally, with many other stops like Cırnık, Demokrasi, Topçular, Kışla, and Meydan, you will have the opportunity to reach many places in Antalya.

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Car Rental

If you wish to travel independently from Antalya Airport, renting a car from various car rental companies located there can be the best option. This service provides a fast and comfortable journey to both Antalya city center and surrounding areas. Offices of local and international car rental agencies at the airport offer a variety of vehicle options to visitors.

Those who want to take advantage of this service can make an online reservation in advance to reach their desired point quickly without having to wait. Among the car rental companies operating at Antalya Airport are well-known companies such as Gezgin 724, Enterprise, Avis, Hertz, National, Europcar, Budget, Filo Car, Aytu Car, Goldcar, and Garenta. These companies serve with various vehicle options suitable for different needs and budgets.

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Transfer

Another effective and convenient way to get from Antalya Airport to the city center or surrounding areas is to use private transfer services. You can purchase this service either before arrival or upon your arrival at the airport. This allows you to reach your hotel or destination point quickly and comfortably without having to wait. Especially for large groups, this can provide a unique and comfortable travel experience.

There are a range of transfer companies operating in Antalya. In addition to well-known companies such as Antalya Vip Transfer, Voyage Transfer, Hana Travel, Antalya Hotel Transfers, Riviera Transfers, and TR Transfer, a wide variety of companies like Sun Shuttle Transfer, transferciniz, Antalya Airport Transfer, Transferiya, By Kara VIP Transfer, Ice Transfer, Rent a car Antalya, TurkeyBooker Transfer, Alibaba Transfers, Windmill Airport Transfers, Clk Vıp Transfer, Grandtransfers, Akdeniz Transfer, Ella Car Transfer, Hana Transfer, and Toprak Vip Transfer also serve you. These services include individual transfers, group transfers, VIP transfers, and shared (shuttle) services, so you can choose the service that best suits your needs and budget.

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Taxi

Taking a taxi from Antalya Airport to the city center and surrounding popular destinations can be an ideal option. Taxis provide a comfortable and quick alternative, especially if you have luggage or need to reach a specific location quickly.

A taxi ride to the city center generally takes around 20-30 minutes. However, this can vary depending on traffic congestion and the route taken. Touristic districts of Antalya, such as Konyaaltı and Lara, are also approximately half an hour away from the airport.

However, reaching farther districts like Alanya and Belek may take up to 1-2 hours. Also, keep in mind that some hotels are located far from the city center, so if you are planning to reach your hotel by taxi, you should consider this factor.

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