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

Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) is on Istanbul's Asian side, about 55.5 km east of Florya, a European-side district near the Marmara coast. Depending on traffic and transfer, the journey takes from roughly 1 hour by taxi or private transfer to about 1.5 hours using public transport plus a short taxi.

✓ Verified Oct 26, 2026 • 55.5 km road distance

Private Transfer to Florya

Door-to-Door, Fixed Price
56 mins •On Request, 24/7
€55 - €70 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: As Booked (Usually 2 Bags Free)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Meet your driver in the arrivals hall after luggage claim; look for a name board.
  2. Confirm the fixed price and vehicle details before leaving the terminal.
  3. Board the private car outside the arrivals floor; driver loads luggage.
  4. Take the Bosphorus bridge/Eurasia Tunnel route; traffic may add 20-30 min at peak.
  5. Get dropped directly at your Florya address.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered, Direct
60 mins •24/7 at Official Rank
€49 - €65 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Large Cases + 2 Small Bags
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit arrivals and follow 'Taksi' signs to the official rank; ignore touts.
  2. Board a licensed yellow, turquoise, or black taxi; tell driver 'Florya' and ensure meter starts.
  3. Confirm the meter shows the correct start fare (71.94 TRY for yellow C-class).
  4. The driver will take the D-100 bridge or Eurasia Tunnel; toll is added automatically.
  5. Pay by cash or card if the taxi terminal is working; ask for a receipt.

Havabüs Coach to Taksim + Taxi

Shuttle + Short Taxi
125 mins •See Havabüs Timetable
€8.50 / Person + Taxi
Luggage: 1 Large Case + 1 Small Bag
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow 'Havabüs' signs from arrivals to the coach stop outside.
  2. Buy a ticket from the Havabüs counter, kiosk, or online before boarding.
  3. Take the SAW–Taksim coach to Abdülhak Hamit Caddesi / Gezi Parkı side.
  4. Alight at Taksim; from there take a licensed taxi or rideshare to Florya.
  5. For the last leg, expect about 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.

M4 Metro + Marmaray + Taxi

Cheapest Train Combo
90 mins •Metro: ~06:00–00:00
€1.40 / Person + Taxi
Luggage: Carry-On Friendly; Limited Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From arrivals, follow 'Metro/M4' signs to the Sabiha Gökçen M4 station inside the terminal.
  2. Buy or top up an Istanbulkart at the machines (cash useful).
  3. Take M4 towards Kadıköy and get off at Ayrılık Çeşmesi; transfer to Marmaray.
  4. Take Marmaray towards Yenikapı or westbound and alight at Yenikapı station.
  5. From Yenikapı take a short licensed taxi or local city bus to Florya; taxis from outside the station.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use the official taxi rank or BiTaksi/iTaksi apps only; touts inside arrivals often charge double and may not use the meter.
  • Insist the driver starts the meter immediately; the yellow taxi start fare in 2026 is 71.94 TRY.
  • The Bosphorus bridge or Eurasia Tunnel toll is automatically added to the meter; do not pay it separately in cash.
  • Carry some TRY cash for Istanbulkart top-up; metro station machines may not accept foreign cards.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Florya at night?

Taxis and private transfers are available 24/7. The M4 metro runs only until about midnight, and Havabüs night departures depend on the flight schedule, so check the timetable.

What is the cheapest way to reach Florya from SAW?

The cheapest train part is M4 Metro + Marmaray to Yenikapı for about €1.40 per person, then a short taxi or city bus to Florya. On a shared basis this usually undercuts a direct taxi.

How much luggage can I take on the M4 metro and Havabüs?

The M4 allows carry-on but has limited space during peak hours. Havabüs coaches have luggage compartments, usually one large case and one small bag free.

Can I pay by credit card for taxis and public transport in Istanbul?

Taxis often accept cards but cash is safer. Istanbulkart machines accept cash reliably; card acceptance varies, so carry TRY.

How long does it take from SAW to Florya?

By taxi or private transfer it is about 56 minutes without traffic, but allow 75-90 minutes at peak. Public transport plus taxi takes about 90-120 minutes.

Which option is best for a family of four?

A private transfer is often best for families: door-to-door, fixed price, and no need to manage luggage across metro, Marmaray, and taxi.

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