Istanbul to Sapanca and Kartepe transfer
A private transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sapanca costs from €275 per car in Economy (up to 3 passengers) or €325 in a van for up to 7, for families with plenty of luggage. From Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) it is from €200. We drive to bungalows and hotels around Sapanca Lake, Maşukiye and the Kartepe ski resort. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 20% more.
Drive times are estimates outside rush hour. Istanbul traffic can make them much longer, and we cannot guarantee an arrival time.
Prices by vehicle
| Vehicle | Models | Passengers | Suitcases | One way, per car |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Skoda Octavia, Toyota Prius or similar | 3 | 3 | €275 |
| Van Standard | Mercedes Vito, Ford Custom, Chevrolet Suburban or similar | 7 | 7 | €325 |
| Van First Class | Mercedes V-Class, Cadillac Escalade or similar | 6 | 6 | €490 |
| Minibus | Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit or similar | 16 | 16 | €460 |
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 20% more. Book a return transfer at the same time and the return leg is 10% off.
Prices to Sapanca and Kartepe
One way, per car. Economy seats up to 3 passengers with 3 suitcases, Van Standard up to 7 with 7 suitcases.
| Route | Distance | Drive | Economy | Van | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAW → Sapanca | 115 km | ~80 min | €200 | €240 | Book |
| IST → Sapanca | 180 km | ~125 min | €275 | €325 | Book |
| SAW → Kartepe (ski resort) | 120 km | ~100 min | €225 | €260 | Book |
| IST → Kartepe (ski resort) | 190 km | ~145 min | €300 | €350 | Book |
The drive to Sapanca
Sapanca is about 180 km from IST, around 125 minutes on the Northern Marmara motorway, and about 115 km (80 minutes) from Sabiha Gökçen. Tolls are in the price. Many bungalows and villas around the lake are on small roads: send us the exact address or a map pin when you book.
Kartepe ski resort and Maşukiye
Kartepe is the closest ski resort to Istanbul, about 25 km from Sapanca up the mountain above Maşukiye. In winter our vans carry skis, snowboards and boot bags, and the cars have winter tyres. Maşukiye, with its streams and restaurants, is on the way up: choose Kartepe in the booking form and write your address. Groups and ski clubs: ski transfer.
Families and groups
The Van Standard takes up to 7 people with 7 suitcases, the minibus up to 16. Baby and booster seats are available on request. For a day trip from Istanbul with the same driver, see our chauffeur service.
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, 30 minutes at the Galataport cruise port)
- 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: from €20 (Economy) to €70 (First Class)
- 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 to Sapanca?
From €275 per car in Economy and €325 in a Van Standard from Istanbul Airport, and from €200 from Sabiha Gökçen. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 20% more.
How far is Sapanca from Istanbul Airport?
About 180 km, around 125 minutes outside rush hour. Sabiha Gökçen is closer: about 115 km.
Do you go to Kartepe and Maşukiye?
Yes. Choose Kartepe in the booking form and write your hotel or address in Kartepe or Maşukiye.
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. In the colder months delays are common, usually up to about 30 minutes.