Airports in Istanbul
| Airport Name | IATA Code | Distance to Center |
|---|---|---|
| Istanbul Airport | IST |
35.2 km
|
| Sabiha Gökçen International Airport | SAW |
30.3 km
|
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Wind
21 km/h
Mon
4° / 1°
Tue
5° / -1°
Wed
8° / 5°
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Frequently Asked Questions about Istanbul
IST is quite far, about 40-50 km from Sultanahmet or Taksim. Travel time is usually 60-90 minutes depending on traffic.
Yes, the M11 Metro line connects the airport to Kağıthane. From there, you need to transfer to reach the tourist center. The Havaist bus is often a more direct option for tourists.
No. IST is the main airport on the European side. SAW (Sabiha Gökçen) is on the Asian side. They are 80 km apart and transferring between them takes at least 2-3 hours.
The IATA code for the Istanbul metropolitan area is IST.
Istanbul is mainly served by 2 airport(s).
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