Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Blue House Hotel Transfer & Taxi
In Sultanahmet, about 46 km · 45 min from the airport. Private, fixed-price transfer to the hotel entrance – pay in the vehicle.
- from €55
- Fixed price
- Free cancellation
- Pay in the vehicle
At a glance
Blue House Hotel is about 46 km from Istanbul Airport (IST), around 45 min by car. A private DriveOnPort transfer costs from €55 per vehicle one way (Economy, up to 3 passengers); the VIP Sprinter for up to 16 passengers costs €90. The price is fixed and paid in the vehicle. From Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) the hotel is about 39 km away, from €55 per vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Blue House Hotel, Sultanahmet
- Distance
- ~46 km
- Travel time
- ~45 min
- Price
- from €55 one way · €110 return (per vehicle)
- Vehicles
- Economy €55 (3 passengers) · First Class €60 (6 passengers) · VIP Sprinter €90 (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
Also from Sabiha Gökçen Airport
Blue House Hotel can also be reached from Sabiha Gökçen Airport: about 39 km · 40 min. Prices per vehicle, one way.
Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
First Class
- 6
- 6
- One way
- €60
- Round trip
- €120
VIP Sprinter
- 16
- 16
- One way
- €90
- Round trip
- €180
The hotel and its location
Blue House Hotel is a boutique hotel on Dalbastı Sokağı in Sultanahmet, on Istanbul's historic peninsula. The Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Square are a few minutes' walk away, and the Little Hagia Sophia Mosque and Topkapı Palace can also be reached in a short walk. The Grand Bazaar and Beyazıt Square are a short drive away. Neighbours include Magnaura Palace Hotel, GLK Premier Regency Suites & Spa and Seven Hills Hotel.
Add your flight number when you book: the flight is tracked, and if your landing time changes, your driver adjusts the pick-up accordingly. Even after a delayed arrival, your car to Blue House Hotel will be waiting for you at the airport. Free cancellation keeps your plans flexible.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Mosque | 180 m | 3 min walk |
| Hagia Sophia Square | 210 m | 3 min walk |
| Little Hagia Sophia Mosque | 650 m | 9 min walk |
| Topkapı Palace | 730 m | 10 min walk |
| Grand Bazaar | 1.1 km | 14 min walk |
| Beyazıt Square | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | 1.7 km | 22 min walk |
| Karaköy Ferry Pier | 1.8 km | 23 min walk |
Blue House Hotel to Istanbul Airport Transfer & Taxi (return)
The drive from the hotel to the airport takes about 45 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
Other hotels nearby
All prices for SultanahmetFrequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – Blue House Hotel transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Blue House Hotel?
Blue House Hotel is in Sultanahmet, about 46 km from the airport; the drive takes around 45 min in normal traffic. The price is fixed and does not change with traffic or flight delays.
How much is a transfer to Blue House Hotel?
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. One way: Economy €55 (3 passengers), First Class €60 (6 passengers), VIP Sprinter €90 (16 passengers). Taxes, tolls and meet & greet are included.
Is this a taxi or a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Blue House Hotel?
It works like a private airport taxi booked in advance: only your group travels in the car, door to door from Istanbul Airport to Blue House Hotel. Unlike a metered taxi, the price is fixed when you book – from €55 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 Blue House Hotel entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Dalbast sokak Sultan Ahmet). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Blue House Hotel for my flight from Istanbul Airport?
The drive takes about 45 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.
Can I book a transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Blue House Hotel?
Yes. Blue House Hotel is about 39 km from Sabiha Gökçen Airport, around 40 min by car, and the transfer costs from €55 per vehicle. Choose Sabiha Gökçen Airport as the pick-up point in the booking form.
What is near Blue House Hotel?
The closest places to the hotel: Blue Mosque (180 m, 3 min walk), Hagia Sophia Square (210 m, 3 min walk) and Little Hagia Sophia Mosque (650 m, 9 min walk). Distances are straight-line.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for Blue House Hotel?
Our largest vehicle for Blue House Hotel is the VIP Sprinter, carrying up to 16 passengers for €90 one way. Vehicles that suit your group size are shown automatically when you book.