TRANSPORTATION AND ACCESSIBILITY
Istanbul is served by two major international airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST): Istanbul Airport is one of the largest airports in the world and is designed to handle a significant volume of international and domestic flights. It boasts a modern terminal with state-of-the-art facilities, shops, restaurants, lounges, and ample transportation options.Istanbul Airport has become a major hub for international travel, connecting passengers from around the world to various destinations. It replaced Atatürk Airport as the primary international gateway to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW):Sabiha Gökçen Airport is a well- equipped facility with modern amenities, including shopping, dining, and transportation options. It serves as an important gateway for travelers heading to the Asian side of Istanbul and other parts of Turkey. While it primarily handles domestic flights, it also serves as an international airport, connecting Istanbul to various destinations in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Both Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) are well-connected to the city center and offer a range of transportation options, including taxis, shuttle services, buses, and metro lines, making it easy for travelers to access various parts of Istanbul upon arrival. These airports play a crucial role in facilitating international travel to and from Istanbul, a city known for its rich history and vibrant culture.
ISTANBUL RAILWAY NETWORK MAP
How to get congress venue from Istanbul airport
First take the M11 metro line Gayrettepe (M11) stop, then take the Gayrettepe (M2) metro line And get off at Mecidiyeköy Sisli metro stop
Total journey time for this route is approximately 53 minutes.
Please keep in mind that the Istanbul subway operates only from 06:00 am to midnight. The purchase of a rechargeable Istanbulkart is necessary to pay for your metro tickets. Istanbulkarts are available through the automatic machines of the Istanbul airport metro station, only via cash.
ISTANBUL AIRPORT TO CONGRESS VENUE
By Buses
Two bus companies handle the transportation from and to Istanbul International Airport,
Havaist buses and IETT public buses.
IETT H-2 bus stop is located on the -2nd floor of the airport. You should take the H-2 line and
get off at the Mecidiyeköy stop. From here you need to walk 15-20 minutes to the hotel. The
distance is about 1 km.
Havaist buses run around the clock with every 20/25-minute route. The bus stop is located on the -2nd floor of the airport. You should take the Zincirlikuyu line and you’ll disembark at Zincirlikuyu station and transfer to Line M2 to Mecidiyeköy-Şişli Station, go Şişli exit a 5-10 minutes walk to arrive Radisson Blu Hotel Şişli. Please keep in mind that the Istanbul subway operates only from 06:00 am to midnight.
In that area, you can also purchase an Istanbulkart, valid for all public transportation means, even for public toilets. Moreover, you can also pay using your credit card via Havaist App or book your tickets in advance and simply download a QR code. Cash can be used only at the designated airport cash payment points.
By Taxi
Taking a taxi from Istanbul Airport guarantees a comfortable transfer but not a quick one due to the heavy traffic on Istanbul streets. The approximately 50-km ride lasts about 50 minutes to the hotel. You will find the official taxi ranks just outside 3rd floor and front of 13th gate. You can use Uber App or BiTaksi App for the taxies.
Yellow taxis are the ordinary and cheapest ones, while you can also hire a more comfortable blue taxi (15% more expensive) or a black, luxurious taxi vehicle (100% more expensive). Note that you should never take individual unofficial vehicles, and you should pay attention to the “traditional” taxi drivers’ scams and overcharges.