Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Mercure Istanbul Taksim Transfer & Taxi
In Taksim, about 43 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
Mercure Istanbul Taksim is about 43 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 41 km away, from €55 per vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Mercure Istanbul Taksim, Taksim
- Distance
- ~43 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
Mercure Istanbul Taksim can also be reached from Sabiha Gökçen Airport: about 41 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
Mercure Istanbul Taksim is a city hotel of the Mercure brand on Tarlabaşı Bulvarı in the Şehit Muhtar neighbourhood, between Taksim Square and the streets of Beyoğlu. İstiklal Avenue and Taksim Square are a short walk away, the Museum of Innocence and the Pera Museum are a few minutes' walk, and Istanbul Modern and Kabataş Ferry Pier are a short drive. Aria Palace Taksim Hotel, Opera House Hotel and Element Pera Residence are its neighbours.
Istanbul traffic can be heavy at peak hours, so when booking your return from Mercure Istanbul Taksim to the airport, plan the pickup with extra time to spare. This matters most for Sabiha Gökçen, as that route crosses the Bosphorus to the Asian side.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| İstiklal Avenue | 350 m | 5 min walk |
| Taksim Square | 430 m | 6 min walk |
| Museum of Innocence | 640 m | 9 min walk |
| Pera Museum | 680 m | 9 min walk |
| Istanbul Modern Art Museum | 1.2 km | 16 min walk |
| Kabataş Ferry Pier | 1.2 km | 16 min walk |
| Galata Tower | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Clock Tower | 1.4 km | 18 min walk |
Mercure Istanbul Taksim 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 – Mercure Istanbul Taksim transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Mercure Istanbul Taksim?
Mercure Istanbul Taksim is in Taksim, about 43 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 Mercure Istanbul Taksim?
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 Mercure Istanbul Taksim?
It works like a private airport taxi booked in advance: only your group travels in the car, door to door from Istanbul Airport to Mercure Istanbul Taksim. 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 Mercure Istanbul Taksim entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Tarlabaşı Bulvarı Şehit Muhtar). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Mercure Istanbul Taksim 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 Mercure Istanbul Taksim?
Yes. Mercure Istanbul Taksim is about 41 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 Mercure Istanbul Taksim?
Our largest vehicle for Mercure Istanbul Taksim 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 Mercure Istanbul Taksim?
The closest places to the hotel: İstiklal Avenue (350 m, 5 min walk), Taksim Square (430 m, 6 min walk) and Museum of Innocence (640 m, 9 min walk). Distances are straight-line.