Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Nippon Hotel Transfer & Taxi
In Taksim, about 42 km · 40 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
Nippon Hotel is about 42 km from Istanbul Airport (IST), around 40 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) → Nippon Hotel, Taksim
- Distance
- ~42 km
- Travel time
- ~40 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
Nippon Hotel 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
For visitors with meetings in Taksim, Nippon Hotel on Topçu Caddesi in Kocatepe is well placed: the Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre is a short walk away, and Taksim Square is only a few minutes on foot. The Kabataş Ferry Pier on the Bosphorus is a short drive. Neighbouring hotels on the surrounding streets include Taxim Suites, Titanic City Taksim and The Central Palace.
If you are here on business, the fixed price makes expenses straightforward. The fare is agreed at booking, it does not change with traffic, and you pay in the vehicle. Your driver meets you with a name sign at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen and takes you directly to Topçu Caddesi, and free cancellation helps if a meeting moves.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Taksim Square | 290 m | 4 min walk |
| Maçka Democracy Park | 810 m | 11 min walk |
| Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre | 880 m | 11 min walk |
| İstiklal Avenue | 930 m | 12 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Clock Tower | 990 m | 13 min walk |
| Kabataş Ferry Pier | 1.1 km | 15 min walk |
| Museum of Innocence | 1.2 km | 15 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Palace | 1.2 km | 16 min walk |
Nippon Hotel to Istanbul Airport Transfer & Taxi (return)
The drive from the hotel to the airport takes about 40 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 – Nippon Hotel transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Nippon Hotel?
Nippon Hotel is in Taksim, about 42 km from the airport; the drive takes around 40 min in normal traffic. The price is fixed and does not change with traffic or flight delays.
How much is a transfer to Nippon 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 Nippon 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 Nippon 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 Nippon Hotel entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Topcu Caddesi 6 Kocatepe). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Nippon Hotel for my flight from Istanbul Airport?
The drive takes about 40 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 Nippon Hotel?
Yes. Nippon Hotel 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 Nippon Hotel?
Our largest vehicle for Nippon 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 Nippon Hotel?
The closest places to the hotel: Taksim Square (290 m, 4 min walk), Maçka Democracy Park (810 m, 11 min walk) and Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre (880 m, 11 min walk). Distances are straight-line.