Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Orka Royal Hotel Transfer & Taxi
In Sultanahmet, about 45 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
Orka Royal Hotel is about 45 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) → Orka Royal Hotel, Sultanahmet
- Distance
- ~45 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
Orka Royal 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
Orka Royal Hotel is a city hotel on Darüssade Sokak in the Hocapaşa quarter of Sirkeci, on Istanbul's historic peninsula. Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia Square and the Karaköy ferry pier are a short walk away, the Grand Bazaar and the Blue Mosque a few minutes' walk, and the Süleymaniye Mosque a short drive. Close neighbours include Levni Hotel & Spa, Neorion Hotel and Sirkeci Mansion.
If your return flight leaves from Sabiha Gökçen, the drive from Orka Royal Hotel crosses one of the Bosphorus bridges to the Asian side. Bridge traffic can be heavy, so allow extra time when you choose your pick-up time for the return transfer.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Topkapı Palace | 530 m | 7 min walk |
| Hagia Sophia Square | 770 m | 10 min walk |
| Karaköy Ferry Pier | 810 m | 11 min walk |
| Grand Bazaar | 930 m | 12 min walk |
| Blue Mosque | 990 m | 13 min walk |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | 1.2 km | 16 min walk |
| Beyazıt Square | 1.3 km | 16 min walk |
| Galata Tower | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
Orka Royal 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
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – Orka Royal Hotel transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Orka Royal Hotel?
Orka Royal Hotel is in Sultanahmet, about 45 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 Orka Royal 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 Orka Royal 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 Orka Royal 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 Orka Royal Hotel entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Darüssade Sokak Hocapaşa). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Orka Royal 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 Orka Royal Hotel?
Yes. Orka Royal 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 Orka Royal Hotel?
Our largest vehicle for Orka Royal 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 Orka Royal Hotel?
The closest places to the hotel: Topkapı Palace (530 m, 7 min walk), Hagia Sophia Square (770 m, 10 min walk) and Karaköy Ferry Pier (810 m, 11 min walk). Distances are straight-line.