The airport is one of the largest international airports in the world. The entire territory of the airport is a whole city with its shops, restaurants, recreation areas and other pleasant places for every taste.
Location.
The distance from the airport to the city center is about 40 km. For example, it is 45.3 km to the Sultanahmet area, and 43.3 km to Taksim. The journey will take no more than 45-55 minutes if there are no traffic jams on the way.
After you get off the plane, you need to proceed to the passport control area. Passengers who need a Turkish visa to exit the airport should obtain one here.
Official website of the airport in Turkish and English. There are 3 exits in the customs area:
exit: only for persons with Turkish citizenship, everything is obvious here;
exit is a large customs area intended for all travelers who want to get to the metropolis and arrived in Turkey for personal interests;
exit: for people with diplomatic status.
Architecture.
In accordance with the idea of the builders, the airport should become a “gateway to the country” for travelers. In this regard, architectural projects recreate the history of the state. It is worth noting that the airport control tower has a tulip-shaped appearance. This flower is considered a symbol of Turkey and Islam.
In the process of building the airport, the terminal was also not forgotten and it was decided to design it in an original way. It is in the style of a mosque: vaulted ceilings, roofing in blue colors with specific patterns. The control tower of the New Airport is currently the highest in the world. The plan won a premium for the tower's unique shape.
The airport's rooftop area is comparable to 58 football fields. There are special counters at the airport where there is an Internet operator.
How to get to the center of Istanbul?
Both the central part and from it can be reached by various means of transport:
Metro.
The M11 line, which is publicly known as the Istanbul New Airport Line. In general, the M11 is a high-speed subway transit line Istanbul, which is still under construction. The commissioning of the project should be carried out at the end of 2022. The main purpose of the M11 metro line is to provide a direct and fast access from the new Istanbul Airport. In total, it is planned to open 2 lines. The main line will connect the new airfield with the Gayrettepe station, and the other line will allow you to get to the Halkalı station.
IETT municipal buses.
Comfortable bus access to the city center city firm IETT. Buses with the inscription "H" run from 7:00 to 21:00 with a pause of 50 minutes. Airport transit charges are double.
Havaist Buses.
Many buses take customers from Istanbul's new airport to the city center under the auspices of a Turkish company Havaist. The ticket price and the current schedule can be found on the company's website. They are comfortable air-conditioned buses with luggage compartments. They operate 24 hours a day with a minimum number of stops. When your hotel room is located on the other side of the route, you will need to transfer to other forms of transport.
Transfer.
It is much better to book on the site, in preliminary mode. Some time after paying for the reservation, you will receive detailed instructions on how to find a car with a driver.
Rent a car.
If you are used to independent travel, you can book a rental car at almost any time. There are a number of international and popular car rental companies in Istanbul. Note that Istanbul is a city of traffic jams, tight streets and, at times, confusing one-way roads and tolls.
How to find the car rental office at Istanbul Airport.
After you arrive in Istanbul, at each of the airports, you can quickly rent a car. Here you can easily find, in the literal sense of the word, the vast car parks of many car rental companies.
The new Istanbul Airport, works with numerous car rental agencies. Companies that have branches all over the world, in addition, there are dealers of local companies. Their representative offices operate around the clock, and information desks are located near the passenger terminals.
The acceptance and return of rented vehicles is carried out nearby. At any airport, there are plenty of car parks for renting cars. It is preferable to reserve a car one week before your arrival date in Istanbul. This will make it possible to take a good car, of the brand you want, and not what is left. The new Istanbul Airport is the benchmark for a modern airfield in today's environment. The Turks are very kind to the guests of their country and dream of making customer service as comfortable as possible. It is for this reason that the maximum number of rental offices was selected here. The client only needs to select auto.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Enterprise
Most popular car class
Mini
Average price
33 € / Day
Best price
24 € / Day
Estimated price for 7 days rental in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen):
January
€83
February
€69
March
€87
April
€143
May
€210
June
€289
July
€277
August
€229
September
€100
October
€118
November
€83
December
€128
* Data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
A percentage showing the monthly occupancy of the fleet of available vehicles. During August, there is a maximum demand for car rental, which entails a decrease in the range of cars available for order. You should take care of booking a car in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) in advance, this will allow you to get the preferred option on the most favorable financial terms.
The best time to rent a car in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) is November. This month, rental prices are minimal, below the annual average by 34%, and start from €21 for a Compact car.
The highest demand for car rental occurs in summer. The cost increases, on average, by 30-50% and the choice of available cars is significantly reduced. For example, in July, the average price for a popular car model Audi A4 is €79per day.
Most popular car models in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen)
We have a large selection of different car models in our fleet in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen). You can rent convertibles, sedans, SUVs or minivans. You can easily select a car to your budget through a convenient online booking system.
Car rental costs in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) depend on its duration, car class and specific season. A budget category Opel Astra or Fiat 500are available for just €45-€33 per day. When booking through Bookingautos.com, the price will be from €19. The higher segment will cost more. The daily fee for Audi A4, Toyota Rav-4, VW Passat Estate will be about €45. There are also available minivans, luxury cars, electric cars and business class cars. Their rental starts from €92 and can reach several hundred euros per day.
The demand for electric cars is growing not only in the segment of their sales. These cars are just as popular when renting, which is often accompanied by the provision of a free parking space and the possibility of free car charging around the city. To rent an electric car you should set the appropriate filter. Moreover, the rental of Audi-E-tron when ordering in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) will cost quite a modest amount.
Documents needed to rent a car
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) car rental tips
Download Google maps offline
Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.
Book in advance
Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) is a popular tourist destination, so car rental is consistently in demand. The earlier you book a car, the more options there will be and the lower the prices will be. Choose transport online at least 6 weeks before your visit. Better yet, do it as soon as you start planning your vacation. If plans change, you can cancel your booking without penalty up to 48 hours before it starts.
Which car to choose for rent
Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Fiat 500 or Opel Astra. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting VW Passat Estate in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) will cost €31 per day.
What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance recommendations
When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.
What types of insurance are available for car rental?
Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Check out the fuel policy
For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:
If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Unlimited mileage
The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.
Compare prices and conditions from different car rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen), you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
Which rental company to choose
Pay attention to the car park. Large and reliable companies regularly buy new cars.
Our clients name the top companies in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) - EUROPCAR with an average rating 9.9 points and SIXT with 9 points.
We show all the rental conditions of different companies. Read the rules carefully before booking a car.
Getting a car at a rental office
Getting a rented car in Istanbul airport (Sabiha Gokcen) is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.
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