Istanbul Airport to Şişli and Nişantaşı transfer

Quick answer

A private transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Şişli costs from €42 per car in Economy (up to 3 passengers) or €58 in a van for up to 7. At 37 km and about 45 minutes, Şişli is one of the closest central districts to the airport. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 30% more.

FromIST
Distance37 km
Typical drive~45 min
Economy, per car€42

Drive times are estimates outside rush hour. Istanbul traffic can make them much longer, and we cannot guarantee an arrival time.

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Prices by vehicle

VehicleModelsPassengersSuitcasesOne way, per car
EconomySkoda Octavia, Toyota Prius or similar33€42
Standard ClassMercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series, Cadillac XTS or similar33€117
First ClassMercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 or similar33€365
Van StandardMercedes Vito, Ford Custom, Chevrolet Suburban or similar77€58
Van First ClassMercedes V-Class, Cadillac Escalade or similar66€89
MinibusMercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit or similar1616€89

Prices are per car, one way, fixed when you book. Tolls, parking, meet & greet and VAT are included. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 30% more. Book a return transfer at the same time and the return leg is 10% off.

Hotels, shopping and congress venues

Şişli covers Nişantaşı's shopping streets, the Mecidiyeköy and Esentepe business area and Harbiye, home to Istanbul's main congress and concert venues. We drive to any address in the district at the same fixed price.

Groups and congress delegates

For congress or event groups we send several vehicles and coordinate them as one booking; our minibus seats up to 16 passengers. Companies can pay by monthly invoice. Write to us on WhatsApp with the arrival list for a quote.

Meeting your driver at IST

Walk out of the arrivals hall through Exit 13. Our team waits at the 3E sign with your name; your driver then takes your luggage and walks with you to the car park. We track your flight, and the first 60 minutes after landing are free, so a long passport queue or a late bag costs nothing extra.

What the price includes and what costs extra

  • Meet and greet with a name sign, and help with your luggage
  • Flight tracking: a delay costs nothing extra
  • 60 minutes of free waiting from the actual landing time (20 minutes at hotel and address pickups)
  • Motorway, bridge and tunnel tolls, airport parking and VAT

At extra cost

  • Baby or booster seat: €10 per seat, per transfer (tell us the child's age, weight and height)
  • Extra stop on the route: €20
  • Waiting beyond the free time, only when agreed: per 15 minutes, from €5 (Economy) to €40 (First Class)
  • Return transfer booked together: 10% off the return leg

Payment: cash to the driver at the end of the ride in EUR, TRY or USD; companies can pay by invoice. Full terms: Legal & Booking Policies.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Şişli?

From €42 per car in Economy, €58 in a Van Standard and €89 in a minibus for up to 16. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 30% more.

How far is Şişli from Istanbul Airport?

About 37 km by road, usually around 45 minutes.

Can you handle transfers for a congress group?

Yes. We combine several vehicles in one booking and can invoice the company or organiser.

How long does the driver wait at the airport?

Waiting at the airport is free for 1 hour. The 60 minutes start when your flight lands, so passport control and baggage claim are covered at no extra cost.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

Nothing changes for you. We track your flight number and your driver arrives for the actual landing time. The 60 minutes of free waiting start after landing.