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How to Get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Florya

Florya lies about 45 km south of Istanbul Airport on the European side, best reached by private car, taxi, or the airport coach plus Marmaray. Road trips take around 60 minutes without heavy traffic, while public transport options take 80-95 minutes with transfers.

✓ Verified Oct 26, 2026 • 45 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Recommended
60 mins •Pre-Booked
€55 (Per Vehicle, Fixed)
Luggage: 2 Suitcases Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After luggage collection, exit through Arrivals into the public hall.
  2. Look for your pre-booked driver holding a name board in the Arrivals hall.
  3. Confirm the destination Florya and the fixed price before boarding.
  4. Load luggage and travel the 45 km route; the drive takes about 60 minutes without heavy traffic.
  5. Driver drops you at your exact Florya address.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered
60 mins •On Demand
€40 - €68 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and follow overhead signs to the official taxi rank outside.
  2. Ignore touts inside the terminal and join the licensed taxi queue.
  3. Ask the driver to start the meter; confirm card payment if you need it.
  4. Take the 45 km route to Florya, about 57 minutes without heavy traffic.
  5. Pay the metered fare in TRY; standard to luxury taxis range about €40-€68.

Havaist HVL-8 to Halkalı + Marmaray

Comfortable Coach
80 mins •See Timetable
≈€6.50 / Person
Luggage: Hold Luggage Allowed
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, take the escalator or lift down to the Transportation floor (-2).
  2. Go to Platform 6 and board the Havaist HVL-8 coach (Halkalı – Başakşehir via Kirazlı metro).
  3. Pay on board with Istanbulkart or a contactless bank card: 350 TRY.
  4. Get off at Halkalı and follow signs to Marmaray Halkalı station.
  5. Take Marmaray two stops to Florya station, then walk to your final address.

M11 Metro + M2 Metro + Marmaray

Cheapest
95 mins •Every 20 Mins on M11 (06:00–00:00)
€1.80 / Person
Luggage: No Luggage Racks
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow metro signs from Arrivals down to floor -2 and enter the M11 station.
  2. Buy or top up an Istanbulkart at a Biletmatik machine, then tap in.
  3. Take M11 toward Gayrettepe and ride to Gayrettepe, about 35 minutes.
  4. Transfer to M2 metro toward Yenikapı and ride to Yenikapı station.
  5. Change to Marmaray toward Halkalı and get off at Florya station.

İETT H-3 to Halkalı + Marmaray

City Bus
95 mins •See Timetable
€2.10 / Person
Luggage: Limited Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Go to floor -2 and find the İETT H-3 bus stop: Halkalı Marmaray via Kirazlı Metro.
  2. Tap Istanbulkart when boarding; H-3 charges two fares, about 84 TRY.
  3. Ride to Halkalı Marmaray stop.
  4. Change to Marmaray train toward Florya.
  5. Get off at Florya station and walk to your final address.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Do not accept rides from people approaching you in the baggage hall; they are not official airport taxis and may overcharge.
  • Always insist the meter is on and set to the correct car class; a 45 km trip to Florya should cost roughly 2,200-2,900 TRY without heavy traffic.
  • This is a European-side route, so you should not be charged a Bosphorus bridge toll on the way to Florya.
  • Not every taxi takes card payments; confirm before boarding or use the BiTaksi or iTaksi apps to book a licensed taxi.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Istanbul Airport to Florya at night?

The M11 metro runs about 06:00–00:00 with no night service, and bus/coach timetables are limited late at night. A pre-booked private transfer or an official taxi is the most reliable option after midnight.

What is the cheapest way from IST to Florya?

The cheapest public-transport route is M11 metro to Gayrettepe, M2 metro to Yenikapı, then Marmaray to Florya. With Istanbulkart transfer discounts it costs about 102 TRY, around €1.80 per person.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul Airport to Florya?

By car it is about 57 minutes without traffic, or 60–75 minutes in a taxi or private transfer. Public transport combinations take 80–95 minutes including transfers and waiting.

Can I pay by card on Havaist and Istanbul public transport?

Havaist coaches accept Istanbulkart and contactless bank cards. Metro, Marmaray and İETT city buses use Istanbulkart; Biletmatik machines may not accept all cards, so carry some Turkish lira for loading.

Is there a direct train from Istanbul Airport to Florya?

No direct train exists. You must change at least twice using M11, M2 and Marmaray, or take Havaist/İETT to Halkalı and change to Marmaray for two stops to Florya.

What is the best transfer for a family with luggage?

A private transfer or a licensed taxi is usually best for door-to-door comfort, especially with children and suitcases. Public transport involves several changes and limited luggage space on metro and city buses.

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