Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €65
- Round trip
- €130
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Istanbul Airport to Bird Nest Suites Transfer & Taxi
In Nişantaşı, about 41 km · 40 min from the airport. Private, fixed-price transfer to the hotel entrance – pay in the vehicle.
- from €65
- Fixed price
- Free cancellation
- Pay in the vehicle
At a glance
Bird Nest Suites is about 41 km from Istanbul Airport (IST), around 40 min by car. A private DriveOnPort transfer costs from €65 per vehicle one way (Economy, up to 3 passengers); the VIP Sprinter for up to 16 passengers costs €100. The price is fixed and paid in the vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Bird Nest Suites, Nişantaşı
- Distance
- ~41 km
- Travel time
- ~40 min
- Price
- from €65 one way · €130 return (per vehicle)
- Vehicles
- Economy €65 (3 passengers) · First Class €70 (6 passengers) · VIP Sprinter €100 (16 passengers)
- Service
- Private door-to-door, meet & greet with name sign, flight tracking, free cancellation
- Return to the airport
- leave the hotel 2 h 45 min (domestic) / 3 h 45 min (international) before departure
The hotel and its location
Bird Nest Suites is a suite hotel on Dere Sokağı in the Ergenekon neighbourhood, set between Harbiye and Nişantaşı. The Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre is a short walk away, and Teşvikiye Mosque, the Atatürk Museum and Maçka Democracy Park can also be reached in a few minutes on foot. The Ara Güler Museum and Şişli Square are a short drive. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Istanbul City Center stands right next door, with Nişantaşı My Residence Hotel and Nishant Boutique Hotel also very close.
Bird Nest Suites is served by private transfers from both Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen, and both prices appear on this page. Simply choose the airport your flight lands at; your driver will be waiting with a name sign.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre | 430 m | 6 min walk |
| Teşvikiye Mosque | 630 m | 8 min walk |
| Atatürk Museum | 640 m | 9 min walk |
| Maçka Democracy Park | 880 m | 12 min walk |
| Ara Güler Museum | 1.0 km | 13 min walk |
| Şişli Square | 1.2 km | 15 min walk |
| Cevahir Shopping Mall | 1.4 km | 18 min walk |
| Taksim Square | 1.4 km | 18 min walk |
Bird Nest Suites to Istanbul Airport Transfer & Taxi (return)
The drive from the hotel to the airport takes about 40 min. We recommend leaving the hotel at least 2 h 45 min before a domestic departure and 3 h 45 min before an international one; allow a little extra at peak times.
Domestic2 h 45 minbefore departure, leave the hotel
International3 h 45 minbefore departure, leave the hotel
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All prices for NişantaşıFrequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – Bird Nest Suites transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Bird Nest Suites?
Bird Nest Suites is in Nişantaşı, about 41 km from the airport; the drive takes around 40 min in normal traffic. The price is fixed and does not change with traffic or flight delays.
How much is a transfer to Bird Nest Suites?
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. One way: Economy €65 (3 passengers), First Class €70 (6 passengers), VIP Sprinter €100 (16 passengers). Taxes, tolls and meet & greet are included.
Is this a taxi or a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Bird Nest Suites?
It works like a private airport taxi booked in advance: only your group travels in the car, door to door from Istanbul Airport to Bird Nest Suites. Unlike a metered taxi, the price is fixed when you book – from €65 per vehicle – with no surcharge for traffic or luggage, and the driver waits for you with a name sign.
Will the driver drop me at the Bird Nest Suites entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Dere 2. Sokağı Ergenekon). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Bird Nest Suites for my flight from Istanbul Airport?
The drive takes about 40 min. We recommend leaving the hotel at least 2 h 45 min before a domestic departure and 3 h 45 min before an international one. You can book the return with "Add return" when booking.
What is near Bird Nest Suites?
The closest places to the hotel: Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre (430 m, 6 min walk), Teşvikiye Mosque (630 m, 8 min walk) and Atatürk Museum (640 m, 9 min walk). Distances are straight-line.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for Bird Nest Suites?
Our largest vehicle for Bird Nest Suites is the VIP Sprinter, carrying up to 16 passengers for €100 one way. Vehicles that suit your group size are shown automatically when you book.