Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Hotel Empress Zoe 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 Empress Zoe 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) → Hotel Empress Zoe, 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 Empress Zoe 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
Hidden on Adliye Sokağı in Cankurtaran, Hotel Empress Zoe sits in the small grid of lanes between Hagia Sophia and the old sea walls of Sultanahmet. The Arasta Bazaar is a few minutes' walk away, and Gülhane Park and the Basilica Cistern are each a short walk. Close neighbours include İshak Paşa Palace by Signature Hotels, Hotel Valide Sultan Konağı and Seven Hills Hotel.
Adliye Sokağı and the surrounding streets are narrow, steep in places and partly closed to cars, so the vehicle may not reach the hotel door itself. Your driver then stops at the nearest accessible point and helps you with your luggage for the final short walk. Mentioning the hotel name in the booking notes lets the driver plan the drop-off in advance.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Hagia Sophia Square | 180 m | 3 min walk |
| Blue Mosque | 370 m | 5 min walk |
| Topkapı Palace | 580 m | 8 min walk |
| Little Hagia Sophia Mosque | 850 m | 11 min walk |
| Grand Bazaar | 1.2 km | 16 min walk |
| Beyazıt Square | 1.5 km | 19 min walk |
| Karaköy Ferry Pier | 1.7 km | 22 min walk |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | 1.8 km | 23 min walk |
Hotel Empress Zoe 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 Sultanahmet- İshak Paşa Palace by Signature Hotels Sultanahmet · 70 m
- Hotel Valide Sultan Konağı Sultanahmet · 80 m
- GLK Premier Regency Suites & Spa Sultanahmet · 110 m
- Seven Hills Hotel Sultanahmet · 110 m
- Hagia Sophia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton Sultanahmet · 170 m
- Magnaura Palace Hotel Sultanahmet · 180 m
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – Hotel Empress Zoe transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Hotel Empress Zoe?
Hotel Empress Zoe 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 Empress Zoe?
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 Empress Zoe?
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 Empress Zoe. 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 Empress Zoe entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Adliye Sokağı Cankurtaran). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Hotel Empress Zoe 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 Empress Zoe?
Yes. Hotel Empress Zoe 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 Hotel Empress Zoe?
The closest places to the hotel: Hagia Sophia Square (180 m, 3 min walk), Blue Mosque (370 m, 5 min walk) and Topkapı Palace (580 m, 8 min walk). Distances are straight-line.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for Hotel Empress Zoe?
Our largest vehicle for Hotel Empress Zoe 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.