Private transfer
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to Taksim transfer
Private transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to Taksim at a fixed price per vehicle. Your driver meets you with a name sign, helps with your luggage and takes you straight to your address.
- Distanceabout 50 km
- Driving time50–90 min
- Free waiting90 min
- PaymentCash: TL, € or $
Prices for this route
Prices are per vehicle, not per person, and stay the same in traffic.
What's included
- Fixed price, no meter
- Meet & greet with a name sign
- Free waiting time
- Help with your luggage
- Child seats on request
- Pay cash to the driver
- Free cancellation and full refund up to 24 hours before pickup
What our guests say
Overall rating
4.9 (90 reviews)
- Spyros Kousi · Google
★★★★★
Ercan Erbay organised everything exactly how we wanted. Enis Erbay was our driver. He was very professional and very friendly. He helped us with everything and gave us some info about the city. Exceptional people and amazing service. We will definitely choose them again next time.
Read on Google → - Mario Ivanov · Google
★★★★★
Самая лучшая компания для трансферам. Машины люкс, каждым раз приезжают во время. Водители очень любезные. И цены тоже хорошие. Рекомендую .
Read on Google → - Nur Sahin · Google
★★★★★
Enis Erbay ile gerçekleştirdiğimiz transfer oldukça keyifli ve konforluydu. Kendisi son derece nazik, samimi ve profesyonel bir yaklaşım sergiledi. Yol boyunca geçtiğimiz yerler hakkında bilgilendirici paylaşımlarda bulundu ve İstanbul’da yapılabilecek aktiviteler konusunda değerli öneriler sundu. İlgi ve nezaketi için kendisine tekrar teşekkür ederiz.
Read on Google → - Angela Tudor · Trustpilot
★★★★★
Thanks a lot for providing during a business trip to Istanbul
Thanks a lot for providing during a very short time a very comfortable and clean car. Driver arrived in advance and was waiting in front of the hotel. I did the car reservation just few hours before the flight, so appreciate that owner has texted me on Whatsupp to receive my details. My husband and son appreciate the car comfort and the stars on the car ceiling. I would definitely recommend this car service.
Read on Trustpilot → - Denada Latifi · Trustpilot
★★★★★
Excellent
The taxi service from the airport to the hotel was excellent and very smooth. The driver arrived on time, was friendly, and helped us with our luggage without any issues. The car was clean and comfortable, which made the ride really relaxing after a long flight. The journey was quick and stress-free, and everything was exactly as expected.
Read on Trustpilot → - Arlinda Lekaj Jusufi · Trustpilot
★★★★★
In my case they went above and beyond on providing a service
Read on Trustpilot → - Villa Fjorentin Berat · Google
★★★★★
Enis was our personal Vito driver who picked us up directly from the airport, and from the very first moment everything was perfectly organized. He arrived on time with a clean and comfortable Mercedes Vito, making our transfer smooth and stress-free. Beyond just the ride, Enis went the extra mile and organized a beautiful evening for us on a cruise ship, creating an unforgettable experience. Everything was arranged professionally and with great attention to detail.
Read on Google → - Hannes Van Velden · Trustpilot
★★★★★
Enis was not only efficient but so welcoming and friendly. He made our transfers very enjoyable and was full of handy hints for our trip. It was very smooth and we would recommend him to anyone
Read on Trustpilot → - Bujar Jakupi · Trustpilot
★★★★★
During my stay in Istanbul, I had the opportunity to travel from the hotel to the airport. The company was very professional, the vehicle was ultra-modern, and the driver was very polite. Erxhani was also very cooperative. Everything was simply perfect. I travel to Istanbul often, and I will not change this service anymore.
Read on Trustpilot → - Karthik M · Google
★★★★★
Very smooth experience. Will recommend to others. I booked a minivan for my family. We had small kids. I got quick replies via email. Once I landed in Istanbul, I was reached out via whatsapp. The WhatsApp responses were in English and prompt. I booked them again for my return to the airport. Strongly recommend this company for your travel needs.
Read on Google → - ArmyNurseElPaso_TX · Tripadvisor
★★★★★
Highly recommend this company.
The company picked us up at 0425 with a last minute booking due to our other booking falling through. The driver was on time, helpful, a good driver, and the car was very nice. I highly recommend them.
Read on Tripadvisor → - Pasquale C · Tripadvisor
★★★★★
Qualità/price _ highly recommend
Our transfer from the airport to the hotel was very comfortable and the driver advised us what to see in Istanbul and very helpful was the advice for the tour with dinner on the Bosphorus. We highly recommend
Read on Tripadvisor → - Venture45463812071 · Tripadvisor
★★★★★
Istanbul Transfer
Before the pickup they shared a tutorial video which made pickup process very swift. Also the car was clean and has good chauffeur. It was a good experience.
Read on Tripadvisor → - Carlitos Kanas · Tripadvisor
★★★★★
Fast, reliable, stress free
Reliable, hospitable, good driving. Show up on time for pickup, found a way to smoothly avoid all congregations in Istanbul traffic.
Read on Tripadvisor → - Vanessa · Tripadvisor
★★★★★
Great service, made everything easy
Really great transfer service. Easy communication, pick ups on time, clean, comfy cars, everything went smoothly, even accomodating change to flight schedule. I was travelling solo to a part of Istanbul I hadnt been before, so this service was perfect. Good value too.
Read on Tripadvisor → - Anna · Tripadvisor
★★★★★
Your safe and comfortable transfer 😇
We ordered transfer from Bodrum hotel to Efes town. The driver arrived on time and was polite, intelligent and took us to the place very safe. The car itself (Mercedes Vito) was clean and modern and comfortable. We highly recommend this company for your travels.
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The drive from Sabiha Gökçen to Taksim
Taksim is on the European side of Istanbul, so this transfer crosses the Bosphorus, by the 15 July Martyrs Bridge or the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, whichever is moving better. The trip is about 50 km: about 50 minutes at night, up to 90 minutes on weekday evenings, when the bridges are at their busiest.
Bridge and motorway tolls are included in our price. Crossing by the Eurasia Tunnel instead costs 10 euros extra, and by car ferry 7 euros. Taksim and Beyoğlu are the heart of modern Istanbul, with İstiklal Avenue, Galata and Cihangir within walking distance; we drive to any hotel in the area, and to Şişli, Nişantaşı and Harbiye a little further north.
How you meet your driver
Five steps from the plane to the car.
- We follow your flightWith the flight number in your booking we watch your arrival time. If you land early or late, the driver adjusts; delays of up to 6 hours cost nothing extra.
- You get the meeting detailsBefore you arrive we confirm the meeting details on WhatsApp. Switch your phone on after landing so the driver can reach you.
- Passport control and baggageGo through passport control, collect your bags and walk through customs. Your 90 minutes of free waiting are counted from the moment your plane lands, which is enough for most passport queues.
- Look for your nameYour driver waits in the arrivals hall of your flight, international or domestic, with a sign showing your name or the 3E logo.
- To the carThe driver helps with your luggage and walks you to the car. You pay at the end of the ride, in cash, in Turkish lira, euros or dollars.
Can't see your driver, or still waiting for a bag? Stay where you are and message us on WhatsApp at +90 541 334 2102. We answer around the clock and will guide you to each other.
Sabiha Gökçen to Taksim: your options
There are four ways to get from Sabiha Gökçen to Taksim. This is how they compare.
| Option | Price | Time | Door to door | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer | Fixed per vehicle, see prices above | 50–90 min | Yes | Driver meets you in arrivals; the price stays the same in traffic |
| Taxi | Meter: about 2,500–3,000 TL | 50–90 min | Yes | Price rises in bridge traffic; queue at the rank |
| Havabüs | 485 TL per person | About 1½ hours | No | Every 30 min; ends at Taksim by Gezi Park |
| Metro M4 + Marmaray + M2 | Lowest, İstanbulkart fare | About 1½ hours | No | Two changes with luggage; trains stop around midnight |
Fares checked in October 2026: taxi tariff of 20 July 2026, Havabüs fares on havabus.com, İstanbulkart fare of July 2026. They change during the year.
Havabüs is the simplest public option: it runs every 30 minutes from 06:30 to 01:30 and ends at Taksim by Gezi Park, so for one person travelling light to a hotel near the square it works well. For two or more people with suitcases, a private transfer costs little more than a taxi, takes you to the door and has a price you know before you fly.
Arriving in Taksim
Taksim Square and İstiklal Avenue are pedestrian zones, and many hotels in Beyoğlu, Cihangir and Galata stand on steep, narrow streets. The driver takes you as close to your hotel's door as a car may go; where cars cannot enter, they stop at the nearest point and help you with your bags. Add your hotel's name and address when you book, and we plan the best approach.
From Taksim the M2 metro runs north to Osmanbey and Levent and south across the Golden Horn to Yenikapı, and the F1 funicular goes down to Kabataş on the Bosphorus, where the T1 tram leaves for Sultanahmet.
Questions about this transfer
How long does the transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to Taksim take?
About 50–90 minutes for roughly 50 km, depending on traffic.
Is the price per person?
No. The price is per vehicle and fixed when you book, so traffic does not change it.
Where does the driver meet me?
In the arrivals hall, holding a sign with your name. We follow your flight, so the driver is there even if you land late.
Is there a bus from Sabiha Gökçen to Taksim?
Yes. Havabüs runs every 30 minutes from 06:30 to 01:30, takes about an hour and a half and costs 485 TL per person (October 2026). It ends at Taksim by Gezi Park, so you may still need a taxi to your hotel.
How much is a taxi from Sabiha Gökçen to Taksim?
On the Istanbul meter, 71.94 TL to start plus 47.92 TL per kilometre since July 2026, the 50 km come to roughly 2,500 TL in normal traffic, more when the bridges are jammed. Our price is fixed per vehicle and shown before you book.
Which bridge does the car take?
The 15 July Martyrs Bridge or the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, whichever is moving better at the time. Traffic on the bridges changes the driving time, never our price.
What if my flight lands after midnight?
Your driver waits whatever the time: we track your flight, and delays of up to 6 hours cost nothing extra. The metro stops around midnight, and the last Havabüs leaves the airport at 01:30.
Can you take me from Taksim back to Sabiha Gökçen?
Yes. Book a pickup from your hotel. For an international flight we suggest leaving 4 to 4½ hours before departure, as the bridges can be slow.
Guides for this trip
- Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Şişli: 2026 Business & Leisure Transfer Guide
- Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Taksim: The Ultimate 2026 Transfer Guide