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

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is 44.6 km east of Eyüpsultan on Istanbul's Asian side. The quickest door-to-door trip is about 49 minutes by car, while public coach and taxi combos usually take 1.5–2 hours.

✓ Verified Oct 26, 2026 • 44.6 km road distance

Private Fixed-Price Transfer

Recommended
49 mins •24/7
€55 - €65 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and meet your driver at the pre-arranged meeting point outside the terminal.
  2. Confirm your booking name and follow the driver to a clean, licensed private vehicle.
  3. Drive directly via the O-4/E-80 Bosphorus crossing to Eyüpsultan; tolls are included in the fixed price.
  4. Get dropped off at your hotel or exact address in Eyüpsultan, about 49 minutes in light traffic.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered
60 mins •24/7
€40 - €50 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Bags Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow the Taksi signs to the official taxi rank outside the Arrivals floor.
  2. Use BiTaksi or İTaksi to hail a licensed taxi, or join the rank queue and ignore touts.
  3. Ask the driver to use the meter; the Bosphorus bridge or Eurasia Tunnel tolls are added to the fare.
  4. Expect 60–90 minutes depending on traffic, and ask for a receipt when you reach Eyüpsultan.

Havabüs Coach to Taksim + Taxi

Cheapest
105 mins •See Havabüs Timetable
€15 / Person (Coach + Taxi)
Luggage: 1 Large Bag Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, follow Havabüs signs to the coach stop outside the terminal and buy a ticket (approx 485 TRY / €8.50).
  2. Take the SAW–Taksim Havabüs coach to Abdülhak Hamit Caddesi / Gezi Parkı side, about 90 minutes.
  3. At Taksim, take a licensed taxi or use a rideshare app for the final 6–8 km to Eyüpsultan, about €6.50 per taxi (15–20 minutes).
  4. Alternatively, use a city bus for the last leg, but ask locally as route numbers vary.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official taxi rank or licensed apps like BiTaksi/İTaksi; touts in Arrivals may overcharge or use broken meters.
  • Insist the driver switches on the meter and ask for a receipt; bridge/tunnel tolls are added to the meter, not quoted as a flat extra.
  • Book private transfers through reputable online providers or official counters; avoid unofficial 'helpers' at the terminal.
  • Have small Turkish lira or a working card for coaches and taxis; some drivers claim their card machine is broken.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the metro go all the way from SAW to Eyüpsultan?

No. The M4 metro runs from SAW to Kadıköy but no listed rail line stops at Eyüpsultan. You need to combine M4 with Marmaray and a short taxi or city bus for the last leg.

What is the cheapest way to get from SAW to Eyüpsultan?

The cheapest practical route is the Havabüs coach to Taksim (about €8.50) plus a city bus or shared taxi for the last few kilometres, roughly €15 per person if travelling solo.

How much is a taxi from Sabiha Gökçen to Eyüpsultan?

A standard yellow taxi for the 44.6 km trip costs about 2200 TRY on the meter, roughly €40–€50, depending on traffic and the Bosphorus crossing toll.

Can I pay by card or contactless on transport?

Havabüs tickets can usually be paid by card or online, and taxis often accept cards, but some drivers prefer cash. Istanbulkart machines accept cash for metro access.

Is there a night transfer from SAW to Eyüpsultan?

Havabüs runs extra night trips depending on flight arrivals, but the M4 metro closes around midnight. Pre-booking a private transfer is the most reliable 24/7 option.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is best for families: a fixed price, door-to-door service and no dealing with last-leg taxis. A licensed taxi is also fine, but avoid public coach transfers if children or many bags.

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