Child Seat
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Private, door-to-door airport transfer with fixed prices and flight tracking.
Fixed price per vehicle — not per passenger
Start your trip relaxed. We take you directly from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel in Sultanahmet — punctual, safe, and without any waiting.
Sultanahmet, the historic Old City, sits on the European side of the Bosphorus, around 40 km from Sabiha Gökçen Airport on the Asian side. It's home to the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace and the Grand Bazaar, all within easy walking distance of one another — making it the natural base for first-time visitors focused on Istanbul's landmark sights, whichever airport you land at.
Streets in the Old City are narrow and often pedestrianised, so your driver will take you as close to your hotel entrance as vehicle access allows.
Distance
40 km
Drive time
~60 min
Two of Istanbul's defining landmarks, facing each other across Sultanahmet Square.
The former residence of Ottoman sultans, overlooking the Bosphorus and Golden Horn.
One of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, a short walk from the main sights.
Most major landmarks are within walking distance of each other in Sultanahmet.
A direct ride just for you and your travel companions.
Premium vehicles with extra comfort.
Ideal for families and groups travelling together.
Book both directions in advance and travel worry-free.
We transfer to hotels throughout Sultanahmet / Old City — including Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet, Hotel Sultania and Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel, along with other hotels in the area on request.
Also from this airport: Istanbul City Center and Taksim — or see our minibus and midibus options for larger groups. Sultanahmet is one of 3 routes on our Sabiha Gökçen Airport transfer service.
Sultanahmet lies around 40 km from the terminal, typically about 60 minutes by private transfer, including the crossing to the European side over one of the Bosphorus bridges or through the Eurasia Tunnel. Istanbul's traffic and bridge congestion vary significantly through the day, so journey times can extend well beyond this at rush hour — since we track your flight, a late landing simply moves your pickup rather than costing you the ride.
Because parts of the Old City are pedestrianised, the final stretch to your hotel is sometimes on foot from the nearest vehicle access point — your driver will advise on arrival.
For a drive of this length, seating and luggage space are the two things worth getting right:
Most guests travelling to Sultanahmet book both directions at the same time. The arrival leg runs from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to your hotel; the return leg collects you at the hotel at an agreed time and brings you back to the terminal for your flight home — worth planning with a comfortable margin given the crossing back to the Asian side. If you would rather decide later, add it from your trip page during your stay.
Not sure which suits your party? Compare a VIP transfer with a group transfer, or check the FAQ page for luggage and child-seat questions — child seats are available on request at €5 per seat, per journey.
We welcome travellers at Antalya, Dalaman, Bodrum, İzmir and both Istanbul airports. Our goal is simple: your trip should feel relaxed from the moment you land. That's why we focus on punctual transfers, friendly service, and personal care — from booking through to your arrival at the hotel.
Personal meet & greet at Sabiha Gökçen Airport
Direct ride with no unnecessary stops
Modern, air-conditioned vehicles
Transparent fixed prices — no hidden costs
German- and English-speaking customer service
Over 35 years of experience in Turkish travel
Sultanahmet is around 40 km from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) — typically about 60 minutes by private transfer, including a bridge or tunnel crossing to the European side, and traffic dependent.
A private transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Sultanahmet is a fixed €65 one-way for a VIP Minivan (1–6 passengers) or €80 for a Minibus (7–14 passengers) — per vehicle, not per person. A Midibus (15–24 passengers) is €225. Return trips are double the one-way fare. Coach Bus for larger groups is quoted on request.
Yes — we cover the whole Sultanahmet / Old City area door-to-door, including Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet, Hotel Sultania, Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel and other hotels in the area.
Yes — book your return at the same time as your arrival transfer, or message us anytime during your stay.
More questions? See our full FAQ page.
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