Istanbul Airport ↔ Sabiha Gokcen
Istanbul Airport Sabiha Gokcen Shuttle Schedule & Ticket Prices
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) is Istanbul's second international airport, located on the Asian side of Istanbul, approximately 80 km from Istanbul Airport (IST). The Havaist HVIST-SG shuttle bus provides a direct airport-to-airport connection in approximately 90–120 minutes depending on traffic and the Bosphorus crossing. This route is used primarily by connecting passengers who need to switch airports between two separate flights. The shuttle departs from the -2nd floor of the IST terminal. A taxi for the same journey costs approximately 2,800–3,500 TRY and is faster in off-peak hours.
Sabiha Gokcen
City → Airport
Airport → City
HAVAİST: HAVAİST shuttles run regularly from Istanbul Airport to all Istanbul districts. Tickets available at HAVAİST desks inside the terminal or at hava.ist. Line codes (HVL-1, HVL-9, etc.) are displayed at ticket booths and bus stops.
Prices and schedules may change. Visit hava.ist for current information.
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- İstanbul HavalimanıDeparture: Airport
- Sabiha Gökçen HavalimanıTerminal stop
Return: Sabiha Gokcen to Istanbul Airport
Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen back to the airport? Switch to the "City → Airport" tab in the schedule above; the same operators run return services. Fares and journey times are identical in both directions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sabiha Gökçen (SAW)?▾
The Havaist HVIST-SG shuttle connects IST to SAW in approximately 90–120 minutes, departing from the -2nd floor of the terminal. A taxi costs around 2,800–3,500 TRY and can be faster in light traffic.
How much time should I allow between flights at IST and SAW?▾
Allow at least 3–4 hours for an IST–SAW transfer. The shuttle takes 90–120 minutes and you need check-in time at SAW. If traffic is heavy, 4–5 hours is safer.
Is there a cheaper way to travel between Istanbul's two airports?▾
The Havaist shuttle is the most cost-effective direct option. A cheaper but slower alternative is public transport: M11 metro to Gayrettepe, M2 to Kadıköy, then a bus or taxi to SAW, but this takes over 2.5 hours and is impractical with checked luggage.