Tuzla is about 16 km by road from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW); a private transfer takes about 15 minutes without traffic and up to 30 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 the TÜRSAB Meeting Point – just give the attendant your first and last name (name boards are not allowed at Istanbul's airports).
Key facts
- Distance: ~16 km by road
- Travel time: ~15 min without traffic, up to 30 min at peak times
- Pick-up: Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)
- Meeting point: TÜRSAB Meeting Point (give your name to the attendant); no charge for delays
- Child seats: baby and child seats free of charge
- Service: 24/7, every flight
About Tuzla
Tuzla is a district on the Asian side of Istanbul. By road it is about 43 km from Taksim, 40 km from Sultanahmet and 33 km from Kadıköy; our nearest area pages are Ataşehir, Kadıköy. Tuzla, on the Marmara coast, is known for its marina and shipyards and is very close to Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
The route
From the airport the route heads west along the Asian side on the TEM or D-100 (E-5) to Tuzla; no bridge crossing is needed.
Arrival & departure tip
From the Asian side, Sabiha Gökçen is reached without crossing a bridge; for Istanbul Airport, plan the pick-up at least 3.5 hours before the flight because of Bosphorus bridge traffic.
Tuzla – nearby districts and distances
Road distances from Tuzla to other districts nearby (estimated time without traffic):
- Sabiha Gökçen distance chart (35 districts, times and prices) →
- Meeting point: TÜRSAB Meeting Point →
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, walk from the exit between platforms 9 and 10 to the TÜRSAB Meeting Point and give the attendant your first and last name; you will be directed to our team.
- You are driven directly to your hotel or address, with no stops on the way.
Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Tuzla transfer: FAQ
How far is Tuzla from Sabiha Gökçen Airport?
About 16 km by road.
How long is the transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Tuzla?
About 15 minutes without traffic; up to 30 minutes at peak times.
How much is a transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Tuzla?
The price depends on the vehicle class and is per vehicle, not per person. Current prices are in the table on this page; the price you see when booking is fixed.
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 Tuzla from Taksim and Sultanahmet?
About 43 km by road to Taksim (~40 min without traffic) and about 40 km to Sultanahmet (~40 min).
Distances and times are estimates calculated from OpenStreetMap data.