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How to Get from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to Bayrampaşa

Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) is 49.7 km east of Bayrampaşa on the Asian side of Istanbul. Depending on traffic and transport mode, the journey takes about 51 minutes by car and 100 to 110 minutes by public transport.

✓ Verified Oct 26, 2026 • 49.7 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Recommended
51 mins •24/7 Pre-Booked
€55 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: As Booked
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After baggage claim, follow signs to the Arrivals Hall at SAW.
  2. Walk to the pre-booked meeting point or driver holding your name sign as per booking instructions.
  3. Confirm destination Bayrampaşa and load your luggage into the private vehicle.
  4. Relax for the 49.7 km drive, about 51 minutes in light traffic; traffic can add 30–60 minutes at rush hour.
  5. Driver drops you at your Bayrampaşa address; payment is pre-arranged and fixed.
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Official Taxi

Door-to-Door
51 mins •24/7 Official Rank
€44 - €60 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2-3 Pieces in Boot
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the Arrivals Hall and use the official taxi rank outside; do not follow touts inside the terminal.
  2. Use BiTaksi or İTaksi apps if you prefer to hail a licensed taxi.
  3. Tell the driver 'Bayrampaşa, meter on please' and confirm the Bosphorus bridge or Eurasia Tunnel toll will be added.
  4. The 49.7 km trip takes about 51 minutes without traffic; allow up to 90+ minutes at rush hour.
  5. Pay the metered fare plus tolls at the end of the journey.

İBB Airport Coach HVL-14 to Beyazıt Meydanı

Direct Coach
100 mins •See Timetable
€7.50 / Person (plus local bus)
Luggage: 1 Piece Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and find the Havaist/İBB airport coach stop outside the terminal.
  2. Pay the 420 TRY fare at the coach stop or kiosk before boarding.
  3. Board HVL-14 to Beyazıt Meydanı and stay on until the final stop.
  4. Get off at Beyazıt Meydanı, then take a city bus or a short taxi to Bayrampaşa (about 6 km, 20 minutes).
  5. Total journey approximately 100 minutes depending on traffic.

M4 Metro + Metrobus to Topkapı

Cheapest
110 mins •M4 06:00 - 00:00; Metrobus See Timetable
€1.90 / Person (with transfers)
Luggage: Carry On Friendly
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the M4 metro station connected to the terminal and buy or top up an Istanbulkart.
  2. Tap in and take M4 direction Kadıköy; get off at Ünalan station (transfer to Metrobus).
  3. Tap again for the reduced transfer fare and take the Metrobus direction Avcılar/Beylikdüzü.
  4. Get off at Topkapı Metrobus stop.
  5. From Topkapı, walk about 3 km or take a city bus to Bayrampaşa; allow about 110 minutes total.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Only take taxis from the official rank or BiTaksi/İTaksi apps; touts inside the terminal may overcharge.
  • Insist the meter runs from the start and confirm bridge or Eurasia Tunnel tolls are included before departing.
  • Buy or top up Istanbulkart only from official machines; do not buy cards from resellers offering special transport.
  • Private transfer drivers should have your booking name and confirmation; never accept unsolicited VIP taxi offers inside the terminal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from SAW to Bayrampaşa?

Use the M4 metro to Ünalan, transfer to Metrobus to Topkapı, then a city bus or a 3 km walk. It costs about €1.90 per person with Istanbulkart transfers, but takes around 110 minutes.

How long is the drive from SAW to Bayrampaşa?

The 49.7 km drive takes about 51 minutes in light traffic. During rush hour the Bosphorus bridge or Eurasia Tunnel can add 30–60 minutes.

Are taxis safe from Sabiha Gökçen to Bayrampaşa?

Yes, if you use the official taxi rank or BiTaksi/İTaksi apps, insist the meter is on, and know that bridge or tunnel tolls are added to the fare. Ignore touts inside the terminal.

Can I pay with card on buses and metro?

Istanbulkart is the standard payment method and can be topped up with cash at machines. Card acceptance for single-use tickets varies, so carry some cash.

Is there a direct airport bus from SAW to Bayrampaşa?

No direct bus serves Bayrampaşa. The closest airport coach is İBB HVL-14 to Beyazıt Meydanı; from there take a local bus or taxi for the last 6 km.

What is best for a family with luggage from SAW to Bayrampaşa?

A pre-booked private transfer is usually best for families because it is door-to-door, fixed price, and avoids traffic stress. Official taxis also work, but boot space and tolls vary.

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