Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul Transfer & Taxi
In Taksim, about 43 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
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul is about 43 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) → The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul, Taksim
- Distance
- ~43 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
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul 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
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul is a city hotel on Asker Ocağı Caddesi in Harbiye, between Taksim and the Bosphorus shore at Dolmabahçe. Maçka Democracy Park and the Dolmabahçe Clock Tower are a short walk away, and Dolmabahçe Palace, Taksim Square, the Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre and the Kabataş Ferry Pier are all within a few minutes' walk. Nearby hotels include Grand Hyatt Istanbul, Taxim Suites and Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul.
If you fly out of Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), the return trip crosses the Bosphorus by bridge, and Istanbul traffic can be heavy at peak hours. Allow extra time when you set the pickup from The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul, and remember the fixed price stays the same however long the drive takes.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Maçka Democracy Park | 460 m | 6 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Clock Tower | 460 m | 6 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Palace | 650 m | 9 min walk |
| Taksim Square | 660 m | 9 min walk |
| Lütfi Kırdar Convention and Exhibition Centre | 820 m | 11 min walk |
| Kabataş Ferry Pier | 830 m | 11 min walk |
| Teşvikiye Mosque | 1.0 km | 13 min walk |
| Naval Museum | 1.1 km | 15 min walk |
The Ritz-Carlton, 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
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul?
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul is in Taksim, about 43 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 The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul?
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 The Ritz-Carlton, 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 The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul. 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 The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Asker Ocağı Caddesi 6 Harbiye). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave The Ritz-Carlton, 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 The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul?
Yes. The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul 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.
What is near The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul?
The closest places to the hotel: Maçka Democracy Park (460 m, 6 min walk), Dolmabahçe Clock Tower (460 m, 6 min walk) and Dolmabahçe Palace (650 m, 9 min walk). Distances are straight-line.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul?
Our largest vehicle for The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul 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.