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Istanbul Airport transportation

Approximately 35 km from the city center, Istanbul Airport is one of the world’s largest and busiest airports. Welcoming tens of millions of passengers every year, Istanbul Airport is easily accessible from the city via several transportation options.

Public transportation

Transportation by Metro:

You can plan your journey from your current location to İstanbul Airport or from İstanbul Airport to your destination via the official Metro İstanbul website, where you can also access detailed information regarding ticket fares, timetables, and network maps.

Transportation by Havaist:

You can reach İstanbul Airport from numerous points across the European and Asian sides of the city—or travel from the airport to your desired destination within İstanbul—using Havaist buses. You can access all details regarding departure schedules and ticketing options on their website.

Transportation by İETT:

You can plan your journey to or from İstanbul Airport via the official İETT İstanbul website, where you can find detailed information on ticket fares, timetables, and route maps.


Private car and taxi

Transportation by private car

Istanbul Airport is located on the D20 highway in the Tayakadın area of the Arnavutköy district. The airport can also be reached from the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge via the North Marmara motorway.

Airport roadmap

Transportation by taxi

Taxis operate 24/7 from Istanbul Airport and from the city center. The drive takes an average of 60 minutes, depending on traffic.

Airport taxi options