Istanbul Airport Bus Transfer Guide
Istanbul is the city with the busiest airport traffic in Turkey. While Istanbul Airport (IST) serves more than 70 million passengers a year, Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) is also a major hub with over 40 million passengers. Airport transfer is a critical service for corporate groups, tour operators, and private events. As ERYA TURİZM, we offer professional bus transfer solutions for both airports.
Istanbul Airport (IST) Transfers
Istanbul Airport is located in Arnavutköy and is roughly 40 kilometers from the city center. The most important element in group transfers is the ability to plan flexibly according to flight times. ERYA TURİZM drivers receive your flight information in advance and optimize waiting time in case of any delay.
Recommended vehicles for IST: the 27-seat midibus and the 50-seat coach easily enter the airport parking area and wait at dedicated pick-up points. For small teams and families with luggage, the 14-seat minibus can use the short-stay bays closest to the terminal, making for a faster pick-up.
Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) Transfers
Sabiha Gökçen is located in Pendik on the Anatolian side and is particularly closer to hotels and congress centers on the Anatolian side. For transfers to the European side, bridge or tunnel traffic should be taken into account. Morning and evening peak hours should be considered for SAW transfers.
In our guest meet-and-greet service, our driver waits at the arrivals gate with an "ERYA TURİZM" sign. Our driver assists in directing passengers to the bus, collecting luggage, and boarding.
Luggage Management and Group Control
Luggage management is critical in airport transfers. We plan the bus luggage capacity by calculating that each passenger has an average of 1-2 large bags. A 27-seat midibus holds about 35 large suitcases, while a 50-seat coach can go up to 65.
A passenger list and control system is recommended for group control. Especially in groups larger than 40 people, communication between the tour leader or group supervisor and the driver is very important. In ERYA TURİZM transfers, this coordination is a standard procedure.