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

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is about 20.6 km from Maltepe on Istanbul's Asian side. The trip takes roughly 25 minutes by road, while the M4 metro reaches Maltepe in about 35 minutes.

✓ Verified Oct 26, 2026 • 20.6 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer to Maltepe

Recommended

25 mins •On Request (24/7)

€25 - €35 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

Meet your driver outside the arrivals hall after collecting luggage.
Look for a sign with your name and the transfer operator.
The driver loads your bags and takes the D-100 or TEM route towards Maltepe.
You are dropped at your exact address in Maltepe; no extra taxi or public transport is needed.

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Official Airport Taxi

Available 24/7

25 mins •On Demand (24/7)

€19 - €24 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

Follow the official taxi rank signs after exiting arrivals.
Join the official queue and tell the driver 'Maltepe'.
Make sure the taximeter starts at the base fare before you leave.
Ride about 25 minutes via Asian-side roads; no Bosphorus toll is applied.
Pay in Turkish lira or by card if the machine is working.

M4 Metro to Maltepe

Cheapest

35 mins •Runs Roughly 06:00–00:00; No Night Service

€0.80 / Person

Luggage: Limited Space

How to take it step-by-step:

From arrivals, follow signs to the M4 metro station connected to the terminal.
Buy or top up an Istanbulkart at the automatic machines using cash.
Take the M4 metro in the Kadıköy direction.
Alight at Maltepe station, the fourth stop from the airport.
Exit the station and walk or take a short taxi to your final address in Maltepe.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

Ignore touts offering taxis or transfers in the arrivals hall; use the official taxi rank or a licensed app such as BiTaksi or İTaksi.
Insist the meter is on from the start; fixed prices from SAW to Maltepe are not allowed for standard licensed taxis.
Licensed taxis include yellow, turquoise/black and higher-class vehicles, not only yellow ones; all licensed taxis must run the meter.
Have Turkish lira available for the metro ticket machines; card acceptance varies, and taxi card machines are not always working.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Maltepe?

Take the M4 metro from Sabiha Gökçen station to Maltepe. It costs about €0.80 per person with an Istanbulkart and takes roughly 35 minutes.

How long does it take to get from SAW to Maltepe?

By taxi or private transfer it takes about 25 minutes without heavy traffic. The M4 metro takes about 35 minutes including walking to the platform.

Are taxis from Sabiha Gökçen Airport available at night?

Yes, official taxis operate 24/7 at SAW. A night journey to Maltepe stays on the Asian side, so no Bosphorus crossing toll is added.

Can I pay for the M4 metro with cash?

Istanbulkart can be purchased or topped up using cash at machines in the metro station. Some machines may not accept card, so it is wise to have Turkish lira.

How much is a taxi from SAW to Maltepe?

Expect about €19 to €24 in a standard yellow taxi depending on traffic and exact drop-off point. Higher-class taxis cost more.

Which option is best for families with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer offers door-to-door service, a fixed price and enough space for luggage. Taxis also work well, but the M4 metro has limited luggage space.

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