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

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is on the Asian side of Istanbul, about 34.9 km from Moda in Kadıköy. Road trips are fastest at around 39 minutes, while public transport normally takes 70–90 minutes depending on connections and traffic.

✓ Verified Oct 26, 2026 • 34.9 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Recommended
39 mins •On Request (24/7)
€42 - €50 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit baggage claim into the arrivals hall and look for your driver holding a name board or meet at the designated meeting point.
  2. Confirm the booking reference and car type before leaving the terminal.
  3. Board the private vehicle at the kerbside outside arrivals; the driver loads your luggage.
  4. Ride over the 34.9 km route via the D-100/E-5 or TEM towards Kadıköy; no Bosphorus crossing is needed.
  5. Ask the driver to drop you at your hotel or address in Moda.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered
40 mins •Available 24/7
€31 - €53 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow the signs to the official taxi rank outside the arrivals floor.
  2. Join the supervised queue and ignore touts offering rides inside the terminal.
  3. Tell the driver your destination in Moda and insist the meter is on before moving.
  4. The route stays on the Asian side, so no Bosphorus bridge toll should be added; expect 45–70 minutes with traffic.
  5. Pay the metered fare in TRY or ask if card or contactless payment is accepted before starting.

Havabüs Airport Coach to Kadıköy

Direct Coach
80 mins •See Havabüs Timetable
€5.50 / Person
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit arrivals and follow signs to the Havabüs coach stop outside the terminal.
  2. Buy a Havabüs ticket from the desk or staff before boarding; the fare is about 300 TRY.
  3. Take the SAW–Kadıköy coach and stay on until the Kadıköy Rıhtım İETT stops.
  4. Get off at Kadıköy Rıhtım; Moda is about 1.5 km away.
  5. Walk about 20 minutes to Moda or take a short local taxi for the last leg if you have heavy luggage.

M4 Metro to Kadıköy

Cheapest
75 mins •Roughly 06:00–00:00
€0.80 / Person (Metro + Walk)
Luggage: Limited Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow the signs in the terminal to the M4 Sabiha Gökçen metro station.
  2. Buy or top up an Istanbulkart at the ticket machines before the turnstiles; each ride costs about 46 TRY.
  3. Take the M4 towards Kadıköy and remain on board to the final station.
  4. Get off at Kadıköy, the last stop, and note there is no direct M4 station in Moda.
  5. Exit the station and walk about 20 minutes to Moda, or use a short taxi ride from Kadıköy.

İETT City Bus E-10 / SG-1 to Kadıköy

Budget Bus
90 mins •See İETT Timetable
€0.80 / Person (Istanbulkart)
Luggage: Limited Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the arrivals hall and find the İETT city bus stops outside the terminal.
  2. Buy or top up an Istanbulkart at the machines near the metro station or bus area before boarding.
  3. Take E-10 or SG-1 towards Kadıköy and prepare for slow traffic at peak times.
  4. Get off in Kadıköy centre or Rıhtım area; the bus does not stop inside Moda.
  5. Walk about 20 minutes to Moda or take a short local taxi for the last part.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Only use the official taxi rank outside arrivals; touts inside the terminal may try to steer you to unlicensed cars with fixed high prices.
  • Insist the taxi meter is on. If the driver refuses or claims the meter is broken, choose another taxi from the rank or use BiTaksi/İTaksi.
  • For SAW to Moda there is no Bosphorus crossing, so no bridge or tunnel toll should be added to a metered taxi fare.
  • At Havabüs or metro stops, beware pickpockets and only buy Istanbulkart from official machines; ignore people offering to sell you a card or help tap in.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The M4 metro roughly stops around midnight, and Havabüs has limited night departures tied to flights - see the Havabüs timetable. If you arrive very late, a metered taxi or pre-booked private transfer is the most reliable door-to-door option.

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

The M4 metro to Kadıköy costs about 46 TRY (around €0.80) with an Istanbulkart, then a 20-minute walk or short taxi to Moda. City buses E-10 and SG-1 cost the same Istanbulkart fare but are slower in traffic.

Is there a direct bus from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Moda?

No direct bus stops in Moda itself. The Havabüs coach and İETT buses E-10 / SG-1 run to Kadıköy, and from Kadıköy Rıhtım you can walk about 20 minutes or take a short taxi to Moda.

How long is the taxi ride from SAW to Moda, and what does it cost?

The drive is about 39 minutes without heavy traffic and 45-70 minutes with traffic. A standard yellow taxi is roughly €31-€36, while higher-class taxis cost up to about €53 for the same 34.9 km route.

Can I use contactless payment or credit card for airport transport?

Istanbulkart machines accept cash and sometimes card, but card acceptance varies. Taxis may accept contactless if the meter system supports it, so ask the driver before starting; Havabüs accepts cash or contactless depending on the staff equipment.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A private airport transfer or an official taxi is most convenient because you go door-to-door without carrying bags from Kadıköy. If budget matters, Havabüs offers luggage space and a direct ride to Kadıköy, followed by a short taxi or walk.

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