Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Kybele 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
Kybele 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 40 km away, from €55 per vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Kybele 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
Kybele Hotel 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
Kybele Hotel takes its address from Yerebatan Caddesi in Alemdar, the Sultanahmet street named after the cistern that lies beneath it. The Basilica Cistern is therefore only a few minutes' walk away, Gülhane Park is a short walk down the slope, and the Little Hagia Sophia Mosque can also be reached on foot. Hotel Celal Sultan, Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel and Adamar Hotel are all within a few steps.
For business trips, the fixed price keeps things simple. The fare is set when you book and does not rise with traffic or waiting time, and you pay in the vehicle at the end of the ride. Your driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign, so you can go straight from the terminal to your first appointment.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Hagia Sophia Square | 300 m | 4 min walk |
| Blue Mosque | 440 m | 6 min walk |
| Topkapı Palace | 580 m | 8 min walk |
| Grand Bazaar | 760 m | 10 min walk |
| Little Hagia Sophia Mosque | 830 m | 11 min walk |
| Beyazıt Square | 1.1 km | 14 min walk |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
| Karaköy Ferry Pier | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
Kybele 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 – Kybele Hotel transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Kybele Hotel?
Kybele 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 Kybele 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 Kybele 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 Kybele 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 Kybele Hotel entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Yerebatan Caddesi Alemdar). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Kybele 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 Kybele Hotel?
Yes. Kybele Hotel 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 Kybele Hotel?
Our largest vehicle for Kybele 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.
What is near Kybele Hotel?
The closest places to the hotel: Hagia Sophia Square (300 m, 4 min walk), Blue Mosque (440 m, 6 min walk) and Topkapı Palace (580 m, 8 min walk). Distances are straight-line.