About Istanbul Aviation & Transport Hub
Istanbul (IST) serves as a key aviation and transportation hub in Turkey. The city is served by 2 commercial airport(s) offering domestic and international passenger flights. Main airport facilities include Istanbul Airport (IST), Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). Whether you are booking flights, planning layovers, or arranging ground transport, explore terminal maps, flight radius tools, and real-time airport data for Istanbul.
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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20° / 11°
Sun
13° / 11°
Mon
14° / 11°
Local Time
20:42
Fri, 13 Nov
Currency
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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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