Sarıyer is about 39 km by road from Istanbul Airport (IST); a private transfer takes about 40 minutes without traffic and up to 80 minutes at peak times. 4 Seasons Transfer drives you in a non-shared vehicle: the price is per vehicle and fixed at booking, your flight is tracked and our team meets you at exit door 13 with a sign showing our agency code SS1 (name boards are not allowed at Istanbul's airports).
Key facts
- Distance: ~39 km by road
- Travel time: ~40 min without traffic, up to 80 min at peak times
- Pick-up: Istanbul Airport (IST)
- Meeting point: exit door 13, sign with agency code SS1; no charge for delays
- Child seats: baby and child seats free of charge
- Service: 24/7, every flight
About Sarıyer
Sarıyer is a district on the European side of Istanbul. By road it is about 23 km from Taksim, 24 km from Sultanahmet and 27 km from Kadıköy; our nearest area pages are Levent–Maslak, Şişli. Sarıyer lies at the northern end of the Bosphorus; the Kilyos (Kumköy) beaches, Rumeli Kavağı and Emirgan Park are in this district.
The route
From the airport the route follows the motorways (Northern Marmara Motorway and TEM, or the Göktürk–Kemerburgaz road) to the centre of the European side and Sarıyer.
Arrival & departure tip
City traffic is heavy on weekday mornings and evenings; for your return transfer we recommend a pick-up at least 3–3.5 hours before the flight.
Sarıyer – nearby districts and distances
Road distances from Sarıyer to other districts nearby (estimated time without traffic):
| Istanbul Airport (IST) | 39 km | ~40 min |
| Levent–Maslak | 15 km | ~20 min |
| Şişli | 16 km | ~20 min |
| Beşiktaş | 19 km | ~20 min |
- Istanbul Airport distance chart (35 districts, times and prices) →
- Meeting point: exit door 13, SS1 →
Transfers to hotels in Sarıyer
- Istanbul Airport to Erzurumlu Transfer
- Istanbul Airport to Kilya Hotel Kilyos Transfer
- Istanbul Airport to Kilyos Kale Transfer
How it works
- Book online with date, flight number and hotel/address; the price is shown instantly and fixed.
- You receive a confirmation e-mail and driver details via WhatsApp.
- When you land, leave through exit door 13; our team waits immediately on your left with a sign showing our agency code SS1.
- You are driven directly to your hotel or address, with no stops on the way.
Istanbul Airport to Sarıyer transfer: FAQ
How far is Sarıyer from Istanbul Airport?
About 39 km by road.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Sarıyer?
About 40 minutes without traffic; up to 80 minutes at peak times.
How much is a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Sarıyer?
The price depends on the vehicle class and is per vehicle, not per person. The booking form at the top of this page shows the price for your exact pick-up and drop-off address instantly; the price you see when booking is fixed (if no online price can be shown, you can request a quote on WhatsApp).
What if my flight is delayed?
Your flight is tracked; the driver adjusts to the new landing time and there is no extra charge for delays.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes, baby and child seats are free; just state the ages when booking.
How far is Sarıyer from Taksim and Sultanahmet?
About 23 km by road to Taksim (~30 min without traffic) and about 24 km to Sultanahmet (~35 min).
Distances and times are estimates calculated from OpenStreetMap data.