Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City Transfer & Taxi
In Sultanahmet, about 44 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
Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City is about 44 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 42 km away, from €55 per vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City, Sultanahmet
- Distance
- ~44 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
Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City transfer & taxi prices
Prices are per vehicle and follow the fixed Sultanahmet rates. Round trips are charged for each direction.
Also from Sabiha Gökçen Airport
Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City can also be reached from Sabiha Gökçen Airport: about 42 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
Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City is a city hotel on Fethi Bey Caddesi in the Balabanağa quarter of Fatih, on Istanbul's historic peninsula. The Şehzade Mosque and Beyazıt Square are a short walk away, the Süleymaniye Mosque and the Grand Bazaar a few minutes' walk, and the Fatih Mosque a short drive. Hotels nearby include Hotel Kalkan, Yiğitalp Hotel and Zurich Hotel Istanbul.
For business travellers the fixed price keeps things simple: the fare is agreed in advance, it does not change with traffic, and you pay in the vehicle. If your meeting schedule shifts, free cancellation keeps your transfer to Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City flexible.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Şehzade Mosque | 440 m | 6 min walk |
| Beyazıt Square | 560 m | 8 min walk |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | 890 m | 12 min walk |
| Grand Bazaar | 890 m | 12 min walk |
| Fatih Mosque | 1.3 km | 16 min walk |
| Little Hagia Sophia Mosque | 1.5 km | 19 min walk |
| Blue Mosque | 1.7 km | 22 min walk |
| Hagia Sophia Square | 1.9 km | 24 min walk |
Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City 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
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City?
Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City is in Sultanahmet, about 44 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 Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City?
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 Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City?
It works like a private airport taxi booked in advance: only your group travels in the car, door to door from Istanbul Airport to Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City. 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 Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Fethi Bey Caddesi Balabanağa). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City 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 Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City?
Yes. Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City is about 42 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 Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City?
The closest places to the hotel: Şehzade Mosque (440 m, 6 min walk), Beyazıt Square (560 m, 8 min walk) and Süleymaniye Mosque (890 m, 12 min walk). Distances are straight-line.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City?
Our largest vehicle for Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City 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.