Transfer between Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen
A private transfer between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) costs from €67 per car in Economy (up to 3 passengers) or €95 in a van for up to 7, in either direction. The 78 km drive takes about 80 minutes outside rush hour and up to 2 hours on weekday evenings. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 30% more. Pickups at SAW between 14:45 and 21:00 cost 30% 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 | €67 |
| Standard Class | Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series, Cadillac XTS or similar | 3 | 3 | €183 |
| First Class | Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 or similar | 3 | 3 | €574 |
| Van Standard | Mercedes Vito, Ford Custom, Chevrolet Suburban or similar | 7 | 7 | €95 |
| Van First Class | Mercedes V-Class, Cadillac Escalade or similar | 6 | 6 | €141 |
| Minibus | Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit or similar | 16 | 16 | €140 |
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. Pickups at SAW between 14:45 and 21:00 cost 30% more. Book a return transfer at the same time and the return leg is 10% off.
Planning a connection
The airports are on opposite sides of the Bosphorus. On separate tickets, leave at least 5 hours between an international arrival and an international departure, and at least 4 hours for domestic flights or hand luggage only. Add an hour if you land between 15:00 and 20:00 on a weekday. These are our planning suggestions, not airline connection times.
- Flight type: an international arrival means passport control at IST, and an international departure means passport control again at SAW; domestic flights skip both.
- Separate tickets: you collect your bags, leave the airport and check in again within the second airline's check-in deadline.
- Bags: waiting at the baggage belt adds time; with hand luggage only you leave the terminal sooner.
- Traffic: about 80 minutes outside rush hour, up to 2 hours or more on weekday evenings.
We track your arriving flight and the first 60 minutes after landing are free, but no transfer can guarantee that you catch a connecting flight: passport queues, baggage delivery and traffic are outside anyone's control.
Other ways to change airports
The Havaist HVL-10 bus runs directly between IST and SAW for 530 TL per person (tariff from 20 July 2026) and can take around 2 hours, but it does not wait for a delayed flight. A metered taxi costs roughly 3,800–4,100 TL plus tolls (our estimate). More detail: Transfer between IST and SAW.
Meeting your driver
At IST: walk out through Exit 13; our team waits at the 3E sign with your name.
At SAW: go to the TÜRSAB building opposite column 5 and tell reception you are here for 3E.
We track your arriving flight, and the first 60 minutes after landing are free.
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 IST to SAW?
From €67 per car in Economy and €95 in a Van Standard. Peak-hour pricing (+30%) applies to pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 and at SAW between 14:45 and 21:00.
How long does it take to get from IST to SAW?
About 80 minutes outside rush hour and up to 2 hours or more on weekday evenings.
How much time do I need between flights?
We suggest at least 5 hours for an international to international connection on separate tickets, and at least 4 hours for domestic flights or hand luggage only. No transfer can guarantee a connection, so leave more if your first flight is often late.
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.