Private van
6 passengers · 6 bags
Istanbul Airport to Sabiha Gökçen Transfer, in Both Directions
Ride in Istanbul arranges private road transfers between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), in either direction. Private van (six passengers/six bags): €100 per vehicle, one way. VIP van (four passengers/four bags): €100 per vehicle. Minibus (twelve passengers/twelve bags): €110 per vehicle.
Your transfer at a glance
- Route
- IST to SAW or SAW to IST, based on your first arrival
- Fare
- Private/VIP van €100; minibus €110 per vehicle, one way; hotel rates do not apply
- What to send
- Both flight numbers, first landing and onward departure times, passengers and bags
- Included
- Tolls, fuel, parking, meet & greet, name sign, flight tracking and VAT
- Your connection
- Arrival formalities, bags, pickup, road traffic, onward airline deadlines and a buffer
- Entry
- International arrivals must meet Türkiye's entry requirements to leave for the other airport
- Free waiting
- 90 minutes from the first flight's actual landing; extra waiting only by prior agreement
- Payment
- Nothing online; card or cash in the vehicle, cash EUR/TRY/USD
- Cancellation
- Free at least 24 hours before confirmed pickup; later cancellation or no-show may be charged the full fare
- Confirmation
- Request reference first; team confirmation and email voucher follow
The drive is only part of your connection; no transfer guarantees your onward flight.
IST to SAW fare · SAW to IST fare
No payment now — pay the driver in the vehicle, by cash or card. Terms & cancellation.
Are you changing airports, or connecting inside one airport?
Check the airport code on both tickets: IST is Istanbul Airport on the European side; SAW is Sabiha Gökçen on the Asian side. Matching codes mean you are connecting inside one airport, so follow the airline's transit instructions rather than booking this road transfer.
Changing airports involves leaving the first terminal and travelling across the city. An international arrival means meeting Türkiye's entry requirements; collect checked bags and check in again unless your airline confirms another arrangement. A domestic arrival has different arrival formalities. Check the official visa information for your passport before travel. Have both flight details ready so the team can see which airport receives you and which one you leave.
What does a private IST–SAW transfer cost?
The fixed one-way rate is the same in either direction:
| Vehicle | Up to: passengers / bags | Fare, per vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| Private van | 6 / 6 | €100 |
 VIP van | 4 / 4 | €100 |
 Minibus | 12 / 12 | €110 |
Hotel-transfer fares do not apply to this route. VAT is included. There is no night or holiday surcharge on the transfer fare; extra stops or additional waiting are separate arrangements. Confirm your complete journey and any extras with the team. See all transfer prices.
How do you book IST to SAW, or SAW to IST?
Choose the airport where your first flight lands as pickup, and the airport for your next flight as destination. Both directions have the same route tariff for the selected vehicle.
From Istanbul Airport to Sabiha Gökçen
Send the IST arrival flight number and scheduled landing time, then the SAW onward flight number and departure time. The driver meets you at IST Gate 9 as confirmed. Request IST to SAW.
From Sabiha Gökçen to Istanbul Airport
Send the SAW arrival and IST onward flight details. Meet across from SAW area 10 on the arrivals forecourt. Request SAW to IST.
Add passengers, bags, full passport names and reachable contact details. A hotel stay between flights needs separate Istanbul Airport transfer or Sabiha Gökçen transfer arrangements.
Which vehicle fits your group and luggage?
Choose the vehicle by passengers and suitcases together. A Mercedes Vito takes six passengers and six bags; the Vito VIP takes four of each, with lounge-style seats and tinted glass. A Mercedes Sprinter carries twelve passengers and twelve bags.
Send oversized cases, pushchairs and sports-equipment details before confirmation. Child seats are free; give each child's age, weight and height. More than twelve people or luggage beyond one vehicle's capacity needs the team's advice and a separate confirmed plan. Compare the VIP van or minibus for groups.
VIP van
4 passengers · 4 bags
Minibus
12 passengers · 12 bags
Where do you meet your driver, and what if your first flight is late?
At IST, meet at Gate 9 of the arrivals building. At SAW, meet across from area 10 on the arrivals forecourt. Look for the red CEO 34 board and your name sign. The team confirms it; driver name, photo and phone arrive the day before.
We track your first flight and adjust pickup. Free waiting is 90 minutes from actual landing, with no flight-delay or early-landing charge. Agree extra waiting on WhatsApp beforehand, in 15-minute periods; the team confirms the amount first. Waiting is not unlimited. Do not leave with anyone else. If a delay puts the onward flight at risk, contact the team. Stay at the point and call your driver or reservation contact if you cannot find them. Read the waiting and cancellation terms.
Is there a bus between Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen?
Yes. The official Sabiha Gökçen transport page lists the Havaist connection between the airports. Check current departures for your date. A scheduled bus may suit you if you can manage your bags and have enough time; a private vehicle suits a group wanting pickup arranged around its arrival. Both use roads and face traffic.
How does your request become a confirmed booking?
Your transfer is confirmed by the reservation team, not by the request reference.
Send your transfer request. Include both flights, arrival and onward times, chosen direction, vehicle, passengers, bags, full passport names and contact details. Save the reference.
We watch your first flight. Team confirmation and an email voucher follow separately. Driver name, photo and phone arrive the day before; report flight-number changes promptly.
Look for your name. Use IST Gate 9 or SAW area 10, as stated in your confirmation. Your driver helps with your bags before the road journey.
How do you pay, and can you change or cancel?
Pay in the vehicle by card or cash in EUR, TRY or USD; nothing is paid online and tips are not required. Cancellation is free when received at least 24 hours before confirmed pickup. Later cancellation or no-show may be charged the full fare. Date, time or address changes requested at least 24 hours ahead have no change fee; later changes depend on availability. Route or vehicle changes can change the fare. Read the conditions.
Message us on WhatsApp with your reference.
IST to SAW transfer questions
Can I book a transfer from Sabiha Gökçen to Istanbul Airport as well as from Istanbul Airport to Sabiha Gökçen?
Yes. Choose your first arrival airport as pickup and send both flight numbers and times.
Is the IST–SAW fare the same as the hotel transfer fare?
No. The one-way fare is €100 per vehicle for a private or VIP van, or €110 per vehicle for a minibus, checked 29 October 2026. Hotel-transfer fares do not apply.
Is 4 hours enough to get from IST to SAW?
Do not judge the connection by the drive alone. Allow for arrival formalities, bags, traffic and the onward airline's deadline. No transfer guarantees that connection.
Do I need a visa to change airports in Istanbul?
If arriving internationally, you leave the transit area and must meet Türkiye's entry requirements. Check the official rules for your passport before travel; a road-transfer booking does not establish entry eligibility.
What if my first flight is delayed?
We track your first flight and adjust pickup. Free waiting is 90 minutes from actual landing. Message the team immediately if your onward flight becomes at risk or your arrival details change.
Does sending my request confirm my booking?
No. The team confirms separately and sends an email voucher. Request at least 24 hours ahead where possible; message the team for last-minute travel.
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