Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Hotel Amira Istanbul 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
Hotel Amira Istanbul 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 40 km away, from €55 per vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Hotel Amira Istanbul, 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
Hotel Amira Istanbul can also be reached from Sabiha Gökçen Airport: about 40 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
Hotel Amira Istanbul is a boutique hotel on Aksakal Sokağı in the Küçük Ayasofya quarter of Istanbul's historic peninsula. The Little Hagia Sophia Mosque is just a few steps away, while the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Square are a few minutes' walk. The Grand Bazaar, Beyazıt Square and Topkapı Palace are a short drive away. Bucoleon Palace Hotel, Eresin Crown Hotel and Antik Konak Otel are among its closest neighbours.
If your flight lands at Istanbul Airport on the European side, book that price on this page; for Sabiha Gökçen on the Asian side, choose the other option. Either way the transfer is private and door to door, so no other passengers share your car to Hotel Amira Istanbul. The price is fixed and you pay in the vehicle.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Little Hagia Sophia Mosque | 150 m | 2 min walk |
| Blue Mosque | 350 m | 5 min walk |
| Hagia Sophia Square | 670 m | 9 min walk |
| Grand Bazaar | 1.0 km | 13 min walk |
| Beyazıt Square | 1.1 km | 15 min walk |
| Topkapı Palace | 1.2 km | 16 min walk |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | 1.7 km | 22 min walk |
| Şehzade Mosque | 1.8 km | 24 min walk |
Hotel Amira Istanbul 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 – Hotel Amira Istanbul transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Hotel Amira Istanbul?
Hotel Amira Istanbul 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 Hotel Amira Istanbul?
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 Hotel Amira Istanbul?
It works like a private airport taxi booked in advance: only your group travels in the car, door to door from Istanbul Airport to Hotel Amira Istanbul. 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 Hotel Amira Istanbul entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Aksakal Sokağı Küçük Ayasofya). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Hotel Amira Istanbul 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 Hotel Amira Istanbul?
Yes. Hotel Amira Istanbul is about 40 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.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for Hotel Amira Istanbul?
Our largest vehicle for Hotel Amira Istanbul 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.
What is near Hotel Amira Istanbul?
The closest places to the hotel: Little Hagia Sophia Mosque (150 m, 2 min walk), Blue Mosque (350 m, 5 min walk) and Hagia Sophia Square (670 m, 9 min walk). Distances are straight-line.