Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport & Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Vardar Palace Hotel 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
Vardar Palace Hotel 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 41 km away, from €55 per vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Vardar Palace Hotel, 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
Vardar Palace Hotel can also be reached from Sabiha Gökçen Airport: about 41 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
Vardar Palace Hotel is a boutique hotel on Sıraselviler Caddesi in Istanbul's Taksim and Beyoğlu district. Taksim Square, İstiklal Avenue and the Museum of Innocence are each a short walk away, and Kabataş Ferry Pier, the Pera Museum and Istanbul Modern are within a few minutes' walk as well. Nearby hotels include Point Hotel Taksim, Taksim Square Hotel and Cihangir Palace.
Add your flight number when booking and the driver will track your flight, so an early landing or a delay simply shifts the pickup time rather than leaving you waiting. Whether you arrive at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen, a driver with a name sign meets you and brings you to Vardar Palace Hotel at the fixed price shown on this page.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Taksim Square | 390 m | 5 min walk |
| İstiklal Avenue | 530 m | 7 min walk |
| Museum of Innocence | 550 m | 7 min walk |
| Kabataş Ferry Pier | 820 m | 11 min walk |
| Pera Museum | 830 m | 11 min walk |
| Istanbul Modern Art Museum | 950 m | 12 min walk |
| Dolmabahçe Clock Tower | 1.1 km | 14 min walk |
| Galata Tower | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
Vardar Palace 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 – Vardar Palace Hotel transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Vardar Palace Hotel?
Vardar Palace Hotel 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 Vardar Palace 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 Vardar Palace 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 Vardar Palace 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 Vardar Palace Hotel entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Sıraselviler Caddesi 16 Katip Mustafa Çelebi). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Vardar Palace 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 Vardar Palace Hotel?
Yes. Vardar Palace Hotel is about 41 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 Vardar Palace Hotel?
Our largest vehicle for Vardar Palace 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 Vardar Palace Hotel?
The closest places to the hotel: Taksim Square (390 m, 5 min walk), İstiklal Avenue (530 m, 7 min walk) and Museum of Innocence (550 m, 7 min walk). Distances are straight-line.