Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €65
- Round trip
- €130
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Istanbul Airport to Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus Transfer & Taxi
In Nişantaşı, about 42 km · 40 min from the airport. Private, fixed-price transfer to the hotel entrance – pay in the vehicle.
- from €65
- Fixed price
- Free cancellation
- Pay in the vehicle
At a glance
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus is about 42 km from Istanbul Airport (IST), around 40 min by car. A private DriveOnPort transfer costs from €65 per vehicle one way (Economy, up to 3 passengers); the VIP Sprinter for up to 16 passengers costs €100. The price is fixed and paid in the vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus, Nişantaşı
- Distance
- ~42 km
- Travel time
- ~40 min
- Price
- from €65 one way · €130 return (per vehicle)
- Vehicles
- Economy €65 (3 passengers) · First Class €70 (6 passengers) · VIP Sprinter €100 (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
The hotel and its location
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus is a city hotel on Cumhuriyet Caddesi in Harbiye, between Taksim and Nişantaşı. Maçka Democracy Park and the Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre are a few minutes' walk away, and Teşvikiye Mosque, Taksim Square and the Dolmabahçe Clock Tower can also be reached in a short walk. Dolmabahçe Palace is a short drive. Luce Suites Taksim, Grand Hyatt Istanbul and 5 Boutique Hotel are close neighbours.
When you book your transfer to Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus, add your flight number. The flight is tracked, so if you land late or early your driver adjusts accordingly and still waits for you in the arrivals hall with a name sign.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Maçka Democracy Park | 310 m | 4 min walk |
| Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre | 330 m | 5 min walk |
| Teşvikiye Mosque | 670 m | 9 min walk |
| Taksim Square | 840 m | 11 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Clock Tower | 950 m | 12 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Palace | 1.1 km | 14 min walk |
| Atatürk Museum | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
| Kabataş Ferry Pier | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus 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 – Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus?
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus is in Nişantaşı, 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 Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus?
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. One way: Economy €65 (3 passengers), First Class €70 (6 passengers), VIP Sprinter €100 (16 passengers). Taxes, tolls and meet & greet are included.
Is this a taxi or a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus?
It works like a private airport taxi booked in advance: only your group travels in the car, door to door from Istanbul Airport to Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus. Unlike a metered taxi, the price is fixed when you book – from €65 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 Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Cumhuriyet Caddesi 50 Harbiye). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus 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.
What is near Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus?
The closest places to the hotel: Maçka Democracy Park (310 m, 4 min walk), Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre (330 m, 5 min walk) and Teşvikiye Mosque (670 m, 9 min walk). Distances are straight-line.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus?
Our largest vehicle for Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus is the VIP Sprinter, carrying up to 16 passengers for €100 one way. Vehicles that suit your group size are shown automatically when you book.