Istanbul Airport to Sultanahmet and Taksim: How to Get There

Updated Jul 2026 · NomadFlights Travel Guides

Istanbul new airport is massive but far from the center. About 50km to Sultanahmet and 40km to Taksim.

Havaist Bus

Runs to Taksim for about 3 euro, taking 60-90 min. Buses run 24/7. Cheapest but slow during peak.

Metro M11

Connects airport to Gayrettepe, transfer to M2 for Taksim. About 50 minutes, 2-3 euro.

Taxi

500-900 TL (15-25 euro) on the meter. Always insist on the meter. Make sure they take the highway.

Private Transfer

Around 22-30 euro through Welcome Pickups. Some of the best value transfers in Europe. English-speaking, flight tracking, door-to-door.

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