Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €55
- Round trip
- €110
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Istanbul Airport to W Istanbul Transfer & Taxi
In Fatih, about 41 km · 40 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
W Istanbul is about 41 km from Istanbul Airport (IST), around 40 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.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → W Istanbul, Fatih
- Distance
- ~41 km
- Travel time
- ~40 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
The hotel and its location
W Istanbul is a boutique-style hotel near the Edirnekapı junction in the Defterdar area of Fatih, on the north-western edge of Istanbul's historic peninsula. The Chora Mosque (Kariye) and the Tekfur Palace Museum are a short walk away, the Fethiye Museum (Pammakaristos) is a few minutes further on foot, and Balat Ferry Pier and Fatih Mosque are a short drive. Nearby hotels include Akgün Hotel Istanbul, Holiday Inn Istanbul - Şişli and Ottoman Life Boutique Hotel.
If you fly out of Sabiha Gökçen, remember that the return from W Istanbul crosses the Bosphorus by bridge, and traffic on the approaches can be heavy at busy hours. Allow extra time for the pickup; the page lists fixed prices from both airports, so you can compare routes before you book.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Chora Mosque (Kariye) | 140 m | 2 min walk |
| Tekfur Palace Museum | 300 m | 4 min walk |
| Fethiye Museum (Pammakaristos) | 800 m | 10 min walk |
| Balat Ferry Pier | 1000 m | 13 min walk |
| Fatih Mosque | 1.7 km | 22 min walk |
| Panorama 1453 History Museum | 2.1 km | 27 min walk |
| Şehzade Mosque | 2.6 km | by car |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | 2.8 km | by car |
W Istanbul to Istanbul Airport Transfer & Taxi (return)
The drive from the hotel to the airport takes about 40 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 – W Istanbul transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to W Istanbul?
W Istanbul is in Fatih, about 41 km from the airport; the drive takes around 40 min in normal traffic. The price is fixed and does not change with traffic or flight delays.
How much is a transfer to W 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 W 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 W 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 W Istanbul entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Edirnekapı Kavşağı Defterdar). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave W Istanbul for my flight from Istanbul Airport?
The drive takes about 40 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.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for W Istanbul?
Our largest vehicle for W 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.
What is near W Istanbul?
The closest places to the hotel: Chora Mosque (Kariye) (140 m, 2 min walk), Tekfur Palace Museum (300 m, 4 min walk) and Fethiye Museum (Pammakaristos) (800 m, 10 min walk). Distances are straight-line.