Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) is located in Pendik on Istanbul's Asian side. Many international and low-cost flights land at SAW while travellers book their hotels across the Bosphorus on the European side in Taksim, Sultanahmet, Karaköy or Beşiktaş.
SAW to European & Asian Side Drive Times
- Sabiha Gökçen to Taksim & Beyoğlu: Approx. 42 km, 50–80 minutes depending on bridge traffic.
- Sabiha Gökçen to Sultanahmet & Old City: Approx. 43 km, 55–85 minutes.
- Sabiha Gökçen to Beşiktaş & Levent: Approx. 41 km, 50–80 minutes.
- Sabiha Gökçen to Kadıköy (Asian Side): Approx. 30 km, 40–60 minutes with no bridge crossing required.
What is Included & How Bridge Tolls Work
- Meet & greet with 60 min free waiting: Sabiha Gökçen has a single arrivals hall exit where your chauffeur waits with a name board and tracks your flight in real time.
- Mercedes-Benz comfort: Vito Tourer for up to 7 passengers or V-Class for up to 6 passengers, with child seats available on request (10 € per seat).
- Live price & tolls: Your vehicle price is calculated live before booking and confirmed on WhatsApp. Motorway tolls, Bosphorus bridge/tunnel fees and parking are not included and are charged separately at actual cost.
See full terminal information on our Sabiha Gökçen Airport transfer page or check your fare in the live price calculator.