Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €60
- Round trip
- €120
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul Transfer & Taxi
In Beşiktaş, about 44 km · 45 min from the airport. Private, fixed-price transfer to the hotel entrance – pay in the vehicle.
- from €60
- Fixed price
- Free cancellation
- Pay in the vehicle
At a glance
Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul is about 44 km from Istanbul Airport (IST), around 45 min by car. A private DriveOnPort transfer costs from €60 per vehicle one way (Economy, up to 3 passengers); the VIP Sprinter for up to 16 passengers costs €95. The price is fixed and paid in the vehicle. From Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) the hotel is about 39 km away, from €55 per vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul, Beşiktaş
- Distance
- ~44 km
- Travel time
- ~45 min
- Price
- from €60 one way · €120 return (per vehicle)
- Vehicles
- Economy €60 (3 passengers) · First Class €65 (6 passengers) · VIP Sprinter €95 (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
Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul can also be reached from Sabiha Gökçen Airport: about 39 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
Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul is a city hotel on the Beşiktaş waterfront of the Bosphorus, on Hayrettin İskelesi Sokak in Vişnezade. The Naval Museum is practically next door, and Dolmabahçe Palace, the Dolmabahçe Clock Tower and Çırağan Palace are all a few minutes' walk away. Maçka Democracy Park and Yıldız Park are a short drive away. Nearby hotels include Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul, Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus and Cheya Hotel & Suites Beşiktaş.
For business travellers with meetings in Beşiktaş, Levent or Maslak, the fixed price is set at booking and paid in the vehicle, so the cost is clear before you even land. The driver meets you with a name sign at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen, and both prices are shown on this page.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Naval Museum | 70 m | 1 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Palace | 490 m | 7 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Clock Tower | 810 m | 11 min walk |
| Çırağan Palace | 910 m | 12 min walk |
| Maçka Democracy Park | 1.1 km | 14 min walk |
| Yıldız Park | 1.2 km | 16 min walk |
| Yıldız Palace | 1.3 km | 16 min walk |
| Kabataş Ferry Pier | 1.3 km | 16 min walk |
Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul 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 BeşiktaşFrequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul?
Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul is in Beşiktaş, about 44 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 Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul?
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. One way: Economy €60 (3 passengers), First Class €65 (6 passengers), VIP Sprinter €95 (16 passengers). Taxes, tolls and meet & greet are included.
Is this a taxi or a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul?
It works like a private airport taxi booked in advance: only your group travels in the car, door to door from Istanbul Airport to Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul. Unlike a metered taxi, the price is fixed when you book – from €60 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 Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Hayrettin İskelesi Sokak 1 Vişnezade). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul 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 Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul?
Yes. Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul is about 39 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 Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul?
Our largest vehicle for Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul is the VIP Sprinter, carrying up to 16 passengers for €95 one way. Vehicles that suit your group size are shown automatically when you book.
What is near Shangri-La Bosphorus Istanbul?
The closest places to the hotel: Naval Museum (70 m, 1 min walk), Dolmabahçe Palace (490 m, 7 min walk) and Dolmabahçe Clock Tower (810 m, 11 min walk). Distances are straight-line.