Havaist Istanbul Airport Bus 2026: Stops, Times & Fares
Havaist is the official airport shuttle bus of Istanbul Airport (IST). It runs 24/7 to many city centres (Taksim, Kadıköy, Sultanahmet, the main Otogar, Beylikdüzü and more) and to Sabiha Gökçen. This page lists all 12 Havaist routes with current fares, stops and payment info.
Payment is by İstanbulkart and credit/debit card only (no cash). Buses depart from the arrivals-level platforms and show the route number on the windscreen. Journey times vary with traffic.
Havaist Routes & Fares 2026
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → 4. Levent → Zincirlikuyu Metrobüs → Beşiktaş → Taksim (Abdulhak Hamit Cad.)
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Ayvansaray → Ulubatlı → Aksaray Metro
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Büyükçekmece → Tüyap → Beylikdüzü (Marmarapark)
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Otogar (Esenler)
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Merter (Kocatepe)
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Tepeüstü → Yenisahra → Acıbadem Metro → Kadıköy
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Bahçeşehir Merkez → Avcılar Camii
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Başakşehir Metrokent → Halkalı İstasyon
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Arnavutköy → Arnavutköy Avlu AVM
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Kumburgaz → Silivri Otogar
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Sabiha Gökçen Havalimanı
Route: İstanbul Havalimanı → Eminönü İskele → Çatladıkapı (Sultanahmet)
How to Use Havaist (Boarding & Payment)
After landing at Istanbul Airport, go down to the bus platforms on the arrivals level and follow the "Havaist" signs. Each coach shows its route number and name on the windscreen (e.g. İST-19 Taksim). Wait at your line's platform; just tap your card when boarding.
Payment is by İstanbulkart or credit/debit card only — no cash. Buy and top up an İstanbulkart from the machines on the arrivals level. Luggage goes free in the hold. The cheapest alternative is the M11 metro (to Gayrettepe, ~50 TRY); Havaist is transfer-free and more comfortable with bags.
Havaist Contact
Call centre: 0850 222 0 487 · Web: hava.ist. Pay by İstanbulkart/credit card; cash not accepted.
Havaist — Frequently Asked Questions
What is Havaist and where does it go?
Havaist is the official shuttle bus of Istanbul Airport (IST). It runs to many city centres — Taksim, Kadıköy, Sultanahmet, the main Otogar (bus terminal), Beylikdüzü, Avcılar, Halkalı — and to Sabiha Gökçen Airport. All routes and fares are below.
What are Havaist times and how often does it run?
Havaist runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Frequency varies by route and time of day (more frequent at peak, sparser overnight). Departure times can shift with traffic. Open a route for current times.
How much are Havaist fares (2026)?
Fares depend on the route: 170–480 TRY. For example Taksim 426 TRY, Sultanahmet 426 TRY, Kadıköy 468 TRY, Otogar 336 TRY, Arnavutköy 170 TRY. Child discounts apply.
How do I pay on Havaist?
On the 24/7 lines, payment is by İstanbulkart and credit/debit card only — cash is not accepted. You can buy an İstanbulkart from machines at the airport.
Where do I catch Havaist at the airport?
Havaist stops are on the bus platforms at the arrivals level; follow the "Havaist / Bus" signs. Each coach and stop shows the route number (e.g. İST-19 Taksim).
Havaist or the M11 metro — which is better?
The M11 metro to Gayrettepe is usually faster and cheaper (around 50 TRY). Havaist is more comfortable with luggage and drops you directly, without transfers, at centres like Taksim, Kadıköy and Sultanahmet. Choose based on your hotel's location.
What is the Havaist contact phone number?
Havaist call centre: 0850 222 0 487. You can also visit hava.ist for current schedules.