Sabiha Airport to Maltepe

Distance: 18.1 kmTravel time: 20-25 minsNearest metro: Maltepe Metro Station (M4)
Sabiha Airport to Maltepe
Sabiha Airport to Maltepe
Sabiha Airport to Maltepe

Overview

Sabiha Gökçen sits on the same Asian shore as Maltepe, so this is one of the shortest airport runs we offer, roughly 18 kilometres that a driver typically covers in 20 to 25 minutes without crossing the Bosphorus at all. A colleague meets you inside arrivals with your name on a board, having tracked your flight from the moment it entered Turkish airspace, and walks you straight to a waiting Mercedes V-Class or Sprinter. Because the route stays local, it suits families landing tired after a long-haul flight who want the shortest possible ride to a seafront hotel rather than a long crawl through the city centre. The fare is agreed on WhatsApp beforehand, in writing, so there is nothing to negotiate at the kerb.

Highlights

  • Only around 18 km from Sabiha Gökçen, no bridge crossing needed
  • Typical drive takes 20 to 25 minutes on a normal day
  • Maltepe Coastal Park gives long sea views on the Marmara side
  • Maltepe Beşçeşmeler keeps older streets behind the seafront towers
  • Cemilusta and Günaydın Steakhouse sit within easy reach of the coast
  • Maltepe Metro Station (M4) links onward into the city if needed
  • Flight tracked from Sabiha Gökçen arrivals with a name-board welcome
  • Same driver and car booked for the return leg on request

Route details

About the destination

Facing the Sea of Marmara on Istanbul's Asian shore, Maltepe stretches along a long coastal park that has become one of the area's main gathering spots for walking, cycling and evening picnics. Older streets sit tucked behind newer waterfront towers, and from several points along the promenade the Princes' Islands are visible out across the water, giving the district a settled, residential feel alongside its shopping centres.

Hotels nearby

  • Elite World Grand Istanbul Küçükyalı
  • Burgu Arjaan by Rotana Istanbul Asia
  • Cevahir Hotel Istanbul Asia

Landmarks nearby

  • Maltepe Beşçeşmeler
  • Maltepe Coastal Park
  • Köşk Yalısı
  • Maltepe Open-Air Museum

Restaurants nearby

  • Calipso Fish
  • Tavacı Recep Usta
  • Cemilusta
  • Günaydın Steakhouse

Nearest metro

Maltepe Metro Station (M4)

Good to know

  • The Maltepe driver stations himself just past the arrivals doors, ahead of the taxi queue, holding your name
  • Change a small amount of cash at the airport counters if you need lira quickly
  • This side road to Maltepe rarely sees the heavy jams of the city centre
  • Keep boarding passes handy in case the driver needs your flight number again
  • Message ahead if your group needs a Sprinter for more than seven travellers
  • Maltepe's coastal park is a pleasant evening walk once you settle into your hotel
  • Save some local currency for the seafront restaurants near Maltepe Coastal Park

Frequently Asked Questions

Which exit at Sabiha Gökçen should we look for the driver at?
The driver stands in the public arrivals area holding a board with your name, and the exact meeting point is confirmed by WhatsApp once your flight number is shared with us.
Is the Maltepe transfer still private if we land very late at night?
Yes, night arrivals are treated exactly like daytime ones, with the same driver, the same Mercedes vehicle and the same fixed fare agreed before you flew.
How many suitcases can a family of four bring on this route?
Both the V-Class and Sprinter carry full luggage sets for every passenger, so four seats with matching hold bags travel together without squeezing anything into the cabin.
Can a child seat be added for a toddler on this short ride?
Tell us the child's age when reserving this short Maltepe hop, and the desk has the seat installed before your flight even touches down at Sabiha Gökçen.
How long should we plan for the trip from Sabiha Gökçen?
Covering about 18 kilometres, this crossing from Sabiha Gökçen to Maltepe generally takes 20 to 25 minutes, placing it among the shorter airport routes on our books.
How is payment for the Sabiha Gökçen to Maltepe transfer handled?
For this Maltepe crossing, the figure is written down over WhatsApp before you set off, and you pay the driver directly, by cash or card, once the ride is complete.
What if our inbound flight to Sabiha Gökçen is delayed?
For this short Asian-side hop, we watch your flight from takeoff, so the Maltepe pickup simply moves to match your actual landing time at Sabiha Gökçen, with no extra charge added.
Does the driver make any stop between the airport and Maltepe?
The transfer runs directly to your address in Maltepe, and any requested stop along the short route is arranged with the driver in advance.
Is Maltepe within walking distance of shops and restaurants from most hotels?
Many Maltepe hotels sit close to the coastal promenade and local restaurants, so once you check in a short walk usually reaches the seafront and nearby eateries.
Can we book a private car back to Sabiha Gökçen for departure?
Yes, send us your outbound flight details in advance and we schedule the same fixed-price private transfer from Maltepe back to Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
From Price on request