Sabiha Gokcen Airport Taxi Service
There’s nothing better after a long flight than stepping off the plane, hopping into a private, air-conditioned car, and heading directly to your hotel. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) Airport, located on Istanbul’s Asian side about 40 km from the city center, mainly serves domestic and low-cost international flights, so taking a taxi is the fastest and most convenient way to reach your destination.
When you opt for a taxi at Sabiha Gökçen Airport in Istanbul, you can relax knowing that taxis are available 24/7, so you won’t have to stand around waiting in long lines or extreme weather conditions.
Choose between a standard or luxury taxi for your door-to-door ride, straight from the rank outside the terminal. Metered rides to the city center can take anywhere between 50 and 70 minutes, or if you’re headed to Istanbul Airport (IST), plan for a journey of up to 1 hour.
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COST OF A SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TAXI
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER | 24 € | 24 € | 55 MIN |
| SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TO ISTANBUL AIRPORT (IST) | 45 € | 45 € | 1 H |
| SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TO TAKSIM SQUARE | 24 € | 24 € | 50 MIN |
| SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TO ATASEHIR | 15 € | 15 € | 30 MIN |
| SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TO BASAKSEHIR | 38 € | 38 € | 50 MIN |
| SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TO SULTANAHMET | 26 € | 26 € | 50 MIN |
| SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TO BURSA | 62 € | 62 € | 1 H 15 MIN |
| SABIHA GOKCEN AIRPORT TO ANKARA | 250 € | 250 € | 4 H 15 MIN |
Taxi fare from Sabiha Gokcen Airport
Although there are different types of taxis, they’re all required to use a taximeter to determine their fares, factoring in the distance traveled and time spent at a standstill in traffic. Yellow taxis are standard, but if you opt for a more premium turquoise taxi at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, the price will be 15% higher, or 70% if you take a luxury black cab.
The good news is: prices remain the same during the day, at night, and on weekends. The base fare for an orange taxi is €0.90 (TRY 42) and the rate per kilometer is €0.60 (TRY 28). However, extra costs will apply for toll roads and when you take a taxi from Istanbul Airport to Sabiha Gokcen and vice versa.
*Taxi fares from SAW Airport already include the mandatory airport-exit surcharge, so you shouldn’t be charged anything extra when leaving the terminal.
As a guide, the Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Istanbul taxi cost is between €20 and €25 (TRY 945–1,180). Or, if you need to transfer to another flight at Istanbul Airport, the price for the 1-hour ride will be about €45 (TRY 2,125). Finally, if you’re headed to the city of Ankara on a long-distance journey, the price will be around €250 (TRY 9,450).
To secure a set-rate fee with no hidden costs, we recommend booking your Sabiha Gökçen Airport taxi in advance with Welcome.
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Where to get a taxi at Sabiha Gokcen Airport in Istanbul?
After landing in Istanbul at Sabiha Gokcen Airport, the taxi rank can be found right outside the Arrival Hall, to the left of the main exit. SAW has one main terminal, and domestic and international Arrivals share the same forecourt, which can be confusing for first-time visitors. The taxi rank sits midway between both exits, so simply follow the ‘Taksi’ signs from either hall to reach it directly. There are usually attendants on hand to guide you to your vehicle.
Wait times are often minimal as there are usually plenty of standard yellow taxis available. Nevertheless, if you require a larger vehicle or enjoy being welcomed on arrival, you can arrange a meet-and-greet with Welcome Pickups.
Useful tips for getting a taxi from Istanbul Airport Sabiha Gokcen
- When using an Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport taxi, your safety is the most important thing. Only take taxis from the official taxi stand at the airport, and have your address written down so there is no confusion.
- If you need to cross one of the three main bridges (15 July Martyrs Bridge/Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge/Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge), a surcharge of €0.25–€0.55 (TRY 11.80–26) will be applied.
- Check that the meter has been reset to the base fare before starting your ride.
- Some Sabiha Gökçen taxi drivers may offer a fixed price for long trips to the city instead of using the meter, as heavy traffic can raise the metered fare. Just ensure you confirm the price before starting your journey.
- To avoid being overcharged, follow your journey on a map app.
- If your hotel is in Kadıköy or Moda, your taxi may drop you off on the nearest main road, as many smaller streets in these areas are one-way or pedestrian-only.
- It’s not always possible to pay for your Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport taxi with a credit card, so be sure to carry some Turkish lira with you.
- To avoid wait times, pre-book your vehicle with Welcome Pickups, especially if you have any special requirements, such as a baby booster seat or need a minivan.
- Drivers in Turkey don’t expect a tip, but if you wish to leave a little something, feel free to round up the fare to the nearest lira.
- Shared yellow 'dolmuş' taxis run short trips from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to nearby Pendik and Kartal, where you can connect to the metro for onward travel.
Taking a taxi from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport to your hotel
Forget waiting in line at ticket counters or catching multiple trains to reach your destination. Not to mention navigating the streets with your luggage when you don’t speak the language.
Get to your hotel quickly and comfortably with a Sabiha Gökçen Airport taxi. Enjoy your first moments in Istanbul relaxed, carefree, and in complete privacy with your luggage safely stowed. Plus, all rides are direct, so you don’t have to worry about the heat or snowy weather.
