Heading to Maltepe? This large Asian-side district on the Sea of Marmara — known for its long seafront park and coastal promenade — is an easy transfer from either Istanbul airport. Here’s exactly what to expect, whichever one you’re flying into.
From Istanbul Airport (IST), Maltepe is around 58 km — your driver crosses the Bosphorus bridge and continues along the coastal motorway, typically 60-75 minutes depending on traffic. From Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), Maltepe is much closer — no bridge crossing needed, just 20-25 km down the coastal road, usually 30-40 minutes.
Your Options Compared
✅ Private Transfer – Fixed price from either airport, meet and greet at arrivals, driver tracks your flight.
⚠️ Taxi – Metered fare that climbs with traffic and bridge tolls, no fixed price, driver may not speak English.
⚠️ Public transport – From IST: HAVAIST bus plus a Marmaray rail transfer, well over 90 minutes with luggage. From SAW: HAVABUS to Kadıköy then a transfer, still no door-to-door drop-off.
From Istanbul Airport (IST): €65 for 1-4 passengers, €75 for 5-7 passengers, €110 for our larger Sprinter VIP (up to 14). From Sabiha Gökçen (SAW): €50 for 1-4 passengers, €60 for 5-7 passengers, €80 for 8-14 passengers — cheaper and quicker since SAW sits on the same side of the city, with no bridge to cross.
What Your Fixed Price Gets You
Meet and greet at arrivals with a name board. Modern Mercedes vehicle. Professional driver who knows the coastal road and D-100 traffic patterns. Free flight tracking, so your driver waits if your flight is delayed. Fixed price agreed before you travel — tolls and fuel included, no surprises at drop-off.
Why Maltepe
Maltepe stretches along one of Istanbul’s longest seafront parks, a favourite for evening walks, cycling, and waterfront cafes looking out over the Sea of Marmara. It’s a mostly residential and family-friendly district, with the Marmaray rail line running through it for quick access to both the historic peninsula and the rest of the Asian side. Because it sits almost directly between the two airports — closer to Sabiha Gökçen, a longer haul from Istanbul Airport — the airport you fly into makes a real difference to your journey time and price, which is exactly why we show both routes above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maltepe on the European or Asian side? Asian side, on the Sea of Marmara coast — which is why Sabiha Gökçen works out cheaper and faster than Istanbul Airport for this route.
How long does the transfer take? From Istanbul Airport, usually 60-75 minutes. From Sabiha Gökçen, usually 30-40 minutes. Both can run longer during rush hour.
Is the price really fixed? Yes. Whichever airport you fly into, the price is agreed before pickup and doesn’t change for traffic, bridge tolls, or luggage.
Can I book a return transfer too? Yes — message us on WhatsApp with your return flight details and we’ll arrange pickup from your Maltepe hotel or address.
Fixed price, whichever airport you land at. No surprises, no meters, no haggling.