What is the nearest airport to Istanbul?

The nearest airport to Istanbul is Istanbul (IST) Airport which is 32.2 km away. Other nearby airports include Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) (32.8 km).

How long does it take to get to Istanbul from the Airport?

It takes 51 min to get from Istanbul to Istanbul (IST) Airport.

How do I get to Istanbul?

We recommend flying to Istanbul (IST) Airport, which is 32.2 km away from Istanbul. The Metro from Istanbul (IST) to Istanbul takes 51 min.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4435+ hotels available in Istanbul.

How to get to Istanbul from 5 nearby airports

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Duration	51 min
Distance	32 km
Average price	₺1,276
Nearby airports	5 found

Duration

51 min

Distance

32 km

Average price

₺1,276

Nearby airports

5 found

Closest airports to Istanbul

The nearest airport to Istanbul is Istanbul (IST). You can take a train from Istanbul (IST) to Istanbul via Gayrettepe in around 51 min. Alternatively, Citylines operates a bus from Burgas Bus Station South to Istanbul Büyük Otogari twice daily. Tickets cost 950 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and the journey takes 4h 15m. Arda Tur also services this route once daily.

Recommended airport

Istanbul (IST)
1. train
2. train
Fastest
51 min
Cheapest
₺84

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Other nearby airports

Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
1. train
2. train
1h 9m
₺87–107
Burgas (BOJ)
1. bus
5h 45m
₺1,066–2,204
Alexandroupolis (AXD)
1. bus
3h 22m
₺2,014–3,908
Edremit (EDO)
1. bus
2. ferry
6h 55m
₺1,501–1,851

Important airports for Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

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