Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet airport transfer
A private, fixed-price ride from the airport to the hotel door.
Arriving at the hotel
- The hotel is on Tevkifhane Sokağı, a street busy with pedestrians; cars can reach the door, but the street is narrow so drop-offs are quick.
- If you are heading to the European side, the route (bridge or tunnel) is chosen according to live traffic, and crossing tolls are paid on the way.
From Sabiha Gökçen Airport to the hotel: the route
The hotel is in Sultanahmet; the main road sequence is below, and the last few hundred metres depend on the hotel entrance.
- Abdi İpekçi Caddesiabout 1.8 km
- D-100 (E-5) highwayabout 25.4 km
- Eurasia Tunnelabout 6.1 km
The Bosphorus is crossed via the Eurasia Tunnel. Source: OpenStreetMap. The road may change with traffic; the price does not.
Airport options
| Airport | Distance | Time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabiha Gökçen Airport | 42 km | ~50 min (peak ~80) | €39 |
| Istanbul Airport | 47.5 km | ~65 min (peak ~105) | €45 |
Which airport is better?
For Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet, Sabiha Gökçen Airport is the closer airport: 42 km and about 50 minutes, against 47.5 km and about 65 minutes from Istanbul Airport. If you can choose your flight, landing at SAW saves about 15 minutes on the road.
Distances from Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet
Straight-line distance from the hotel to key areas; road distance is usually a little longer.
| Area | Straight line | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Karaköy & Galata | 2 km | north |
| Taksim | 3.4 km | north |
| Üsküdar | 3.7 km | north-east |
| Kadıköy | 4.4 km | south-east |
| Beşiktaş | 4.6 km | north-east |
| Nişantaşı | 5 km | north |
Closest hotels: Legacy Ottoman Hotel (0.9 km), The Peninsula Istanbul (1.9 km), Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus (2.3 km).
After check-out: when to leave for the airport
| International flight | Domestic flight | |
|---|---|---|
| Sabiha Gökçen Airport | 4 h 15 min – 4 h 45 min | 3 h 15 min – 3 h 45 min |
| Istanbul Airport | 4 h 30 min – 5 h | 3 h 30 min – 4 h |
Time to leave before departure (quiet – rush hour). Your airline's advice comes first.
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet
Four Seasons Sultanahmet occupies a former prison building from the early 20th century, arranged around a central courtyard and intimate in scale for a luxury hotel. Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque are a few minutes' walk away, and some terraces look out onto them. For guests who want to explore the old city on foot, it is one of the most prestigious addresses in Istanbul. Topkapı Palace, the Basilica Cistern and the Grand Bazaar are also within walking distance. Its courtyard restaurant is a peaceful spot for dinner after sightseeing.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
42 km, about 50 min off-peak. Private transfers start from €39 (per vehicle, one way).
How much is a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
47.5 km, about 65 min off-peak. Private transfers start from €45 (per vehicle, one way).
Where will the driver drop me at the hotel?
The hotel is on Tevkifhane Sokağı, a street busy with pedestrians; cars can reach the door, but the street is narrow so drop-offs are quick.
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