Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel Transfer & Taxi
In Sultanahmet, about 46 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
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel is about 46 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) → Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel, Sultanahmet
- Distance
- ~46 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
Sura Hagia Sophia 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
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel is a city hotel on Ticarethane Sokak in the Alemdar quarter of Sultanahmet, on Istanbul's historic peninsula in Fatih. Hagia Sophia Square and the Blue Mosque are a short walk away, while Topkapı Palace, the Grand Bazaar and the Little Hagia Sophia Mosque are within a few minutes' walk. Nearby hotels include Sura Design Hotel & Suites, White House Hotel Istanbul and Kybele Hotel.
A simple way to plan your stay: book the return transfer at the same time as your arrival. You set the pickup time from the hotel in advance, the price for both legs is fixed from the start, and free cancellation applies if your plans change. Prices from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen are both shown on this page.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Hagia Sophia Square | 310 m | 4 min walk |
| Blue Mosque | 380 m | 5 min walk |
| Topkapı Palace | 660 m | 9 min walk |
| Grand Bazaar | 730 m | 10 min walk |
| Little Hagia Sophia Mosque | 740 m | 10 min walk |
| Beyazıt Square | 1.0 km | 13 min walk |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
| Karaköy Ferry Pier | 1.4 km | 18 min walk |
Sura Hagia Sophia 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
Other hotels nearby
All prices for SultanahmetFrequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel?
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel is in Sultanahmet, about 46 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 Sura Hagia Sophia 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 Sura Hagia Sophia 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 Sura Hagia Sophia 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 Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Ticarethane Sokak 10 Alemdar). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Sura Hagia Sophia 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 Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel?
Yes. Sura Hagia Sophia 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 Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel?
Our largest vehicle for Sura Hagia Sophia 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 Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel?
The closest places to the hotel: Hagia Sophia Square (310 m, 4 min walk), Blue Mosque (380 m, 5 min walk) and Topkapı Palace (660 m, 9 min walk). Distances are straight-line.