How to Get Istanbul

By air get to Istanbul

Istanbul is the top visited destination in Turkey. So imagine the millions of foreign tourists that it receives every year! There are two airports in Istanbul Ataturk airport and Sabihagokcen airport but is the busiest and most tourists will arrive Ataturk airport. Because of its near to Istanbul city center.

Transport from the airport to hotels or the city centre is easy, you can choose differrent options;

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How do I get to the Istanbul city center or Sultanahmet from Ataturk Airport

By Taxi from Ataturk Airport

Outside the arrivals hall, the tails of the yellow taxis, all running a hundred meters. When you arrive at the airport, use the bank loans to get Turkish Lira, so you are sure how much you are paying.

Ataturk airport, Sultan Ahmed and Taksim districts estimated to be the cost of 45 to 55 Turkish Liras in advance is known.

By Metro from Ataturk Airport

Follow the signs from the arrivals hall to walk approximately 10 minutes to the Metro. To use it, purchase a jeton which costs 4 Turkish liras. The Metro has numerous stops, including the Otogar (bus station).

If you are traveling to the main touristic areas of Taksim or Sultan Ahmet (old city), swap to the tram or funicular line at Zeytinburnu or Aksaray. Click to see here for the transport network map for the metro.

By Rent a Car from Ataturk Airport

If you decide to go against my advice, look in the arrival hall for the offices of all major car hire companies including Hertz. Before signing for the car, check it for signs of damage and ensure these are listed on the contract.

Private Airport Transfer from Ataturk Airport

This is a good option to choose. Istanbul Cruise Travel agency sells free water drinks and affordable airport transfers and does not require payment in advance. Just pay when you arrive.

We will meet you at our airport with you and you will reach your destination or hotel safely.

From Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sultan Ahmet or Taksim, the fixed price for 1-4 persons is only 20 Euro. From Sabiha Gökçen Airport to the city center 45 euros.

There are no hidden costs to frequent taxi journeys such as counters in traffic congestion.

How do I get to the Istanbul city center or Sultanahmet from Sabiha Gokcen Airport

The Sabiha Gokcen Istanbul Airport is attracting more and more passengers every year. Unfortunately, Sabiha Gokcen is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, well outside the city center. Unless your hotel has arranged for a free airport pick-up, you will need to find transportation from the airport to your hotel.

You can choose one of the above options transfer from the Sabiha Gokcen airport to Istanbul city center or Sultanahmet. But you will have to pay more. The taxi option will be very expensive, so it would be more convenient to choose a private airport transfer.

By Sea get to Istanbul

The best way to reach Istanbul by sea is cruise tours. You will stop at the port of Istanbul and you can arrange before you're Istanbul tour arrives at the port. Our company will make your itinerary before you arrived. Private or regular tour.