Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Kartal Transfer – A Complete Travel Guide
The first step of your stay in Kartal begins the moment you leave SAW Airport. The total distance between SAW Airport and Kartal is approximately 14.7 kilometers, with an average travel time of 27 minutes. As you approach Kartal, the surroundings gradually shift from airport roads to hotel districts and local streets.
What is the best way to get from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Kartal?
For most travelers, the best option is a pre-booked private transfer because it combines airport meet-and-greet, fixed pricing, luggage space and direct drop-off at hotels, apartments or villas in Kartal.
- Fastest practical option: direct private transfer from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
- Typical journey: 14.7 km and approximately 27 minutes.
- Best for: families, late arrivals, luggage-heavy trips and first-time visitors to Kartal.
Route overview for Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Kartal
This page focuses on the practical transfer details travelers usually need before booking: distance, estimated journey time, fixed-price availability, pickup process and return transfer options for Kartal. The route is classified as a short city route and usually works well for travelers who prefer a planned pickup instead of negotiating a taxi fare after landing.
Private transfer, airport taxi or shuttle?
A local taxi can be useful for short city rides, while a shared shuttle may involve waiting and multiple stops. A private airport transfer to Kartal is designed for travelers who want a confirmed vehicle, a clear pickup point and a direct journey without sharing the ride with other passengers.
A considered airport transfer to Kartal
For an arrival in Kartal, the quality of the journey is often decided before the vehicle leaves the airport.
Transferise operates a professional airport transfer service for travelers who prefer to know who is meeting them, what type of vehicle they have booked and where they will be dropped off. On the Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Kartal route, the vehicle is reserved for your group and continues directly to the address provided during booking.
A clear pickup at SAW
A reserved vehicle removes the need to arrange a city taxi after a busy arrival at Sabiha Gökçen.
Direct arrival in Kartal
The transfer continues to Asian-side hotels, European-side districts, marinas and residential addresses without collecting passengers from unrelated bookings.
The right vehicle for the booking
Select the vehicle around passenger count, standard luggage and comfort needs before confirming the reservation.
A price confirmed before travel
Current availability for this route is from €60. The final total is displayed before checkout.
Airport routes serving Kartal
Compare available transfer services for Kartal and reserve your journey online with Transferise. The options below are ranked using road distance from the available airport network, so the primary route is specific to Kartal rather than selected from a generic city list.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Kartal
14.7 km by road, usually about 27 minutes under normal road conditions.
What the road to Kartal is like
This route forms part of Istanbul’s Asian side and cross-city routes. The route is chosen around current motorway, tunnel and bridge conditions before the final local approach to the destination.
A practical planning note
At approximately 14.7 km, this is a relatively short airport connection. Cross-city travel should always be planned with live traffic conditions in mind.
Book your Kartal transfer in three clear steps
The booking flow keeps the important details together: the exact route, travel time, passenger count and a vehicle that can carry the planned luggage.
Enter the pickup and destination
Choose Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) as the pickup point and enter the hotel, resort, apartment or private address in Kartal.
Add the travel details
Select the date, pickup time and passenger numbers, then compare vehicles with suitable seating and luggage capacity.
Review the price and confirm
Check the route and final total before completing the reservation. Your confirmation keeps the journey details in one place.
Private transfer prices for Kartal
Compare the vehicles currently priced for this airport-to-Kartal route. Prices are shown before booking and the round-trip switch displays the combined outbound and return amount.
| Route | Vehicle | Capacity | Price (EUR) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) (SAW) → Kartal | Standard SedanBEST VALUE | 👤 3 | €60.00 | |
| Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) (SAW) → Kartal | Minivan | 👤 6 | €65.00 | |
| Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) (SAW) → Kartal | VIP Mercedes Vito | 👤 5 | €75.00 | |
| Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) (SAW) → Kartal | Private Minibus | 👤 15 | €90.00 |