Sabiha Airport to Silivri
Overview
Of the two routes to this Marmara coastal town, the Sabiha Airport to Silivri transfer is the longer one, crossing the entire city from the Asian side for around 107.6 km, typically 80 to 90 minutes behind the wheel. Being one of the longer pickups from Sabiha, this run is covered in a private Mercedes V-Class or Sprinter that turns west out of the terminal, with the cost of the whole crossing settled on WhatsApp before you fly. Settle in for the longer ride and you are rewarded with Silivri's wide beaches, the historic Mimar Sinan Bridge and, for golfers, the Klassis Golf Club, making the extra driving time worthwhile for a proper coastal break.
Highlights
- Longest Silivri route, spanning around 107.6 km from Sabiha Airport.
- Full crossing of the city takes roughly 80 to 90 minutes.
- Klassis Golf Club offers a course close to Silivri's coast.
- Silivri Beach (Silivri Sahili) runs long and open for walks.
- Historic Mimar Sinan Bridge sits along the approach into town.
- Silivri Castle ruins mark the older part of the district.
- Driver crosses the city so you do not manage the route.
- The BARN and Yelken Restaurant suit a first evening meal.
Route details
About the destination
Sitting well out on Istanbul's European shore, Silivri trades the city centre for a stretch of open sand along the Marmara, with the old Mimar Sinan Bridge marking its approach.
Hotels nearby
- Silivri Park Hotel
- Premier Vista Hotel
- Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Silivri
Landmarks nearby
- Historic Mimar Sinan Bridge
- Silivri Beach (Silivri Sahili)
- Silivri Castle
- Klassis Golf Club
Restaurants nearby
- The BARN
- Sofram Balık Restaurant
- Olta Fish Restaurant
- Yelken Restaurant
Nearest metro
Taşoluk Metro Station (M11)
Good to know
- Settle into the vehicle early, as this is one of the longer transfers on offer.
- Bring headphones or entertainment for the extended crossing to Silivri.
- City traffic through Istanbul tends to build most during weekday commuting hours.
- Golfers should pack clubs separately, as the Sprinter offers room for equipment.
- Snacks and water are worth having on hand for the longer drive west.
- Ask your driver about rest stop options if travelling with young children.
- Book Klassis Golf Club tee times ahead if golf is part of your trip.