Which airport in Istanbul is saw?
Victoria Simmons
Updated on March 02, 2026
Which airport in Istanbul is saw?
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), located on the Asian side of Istanbul, served over 35.5 million passengers in 2019 and today, ranked as the 2nd busiest airport in Turkey and 13th busiest airport in Europe.
What is there to do near IST airport?
Top 8 Things To Do At Ataturk International Airport
- Enjoy A FREE City Tour of Istanbul.
- Go Super Luxe in the Award-Winning Turkish Airlines Departure Lounge.
- Grab a coffee and use the FREE Wi-Fi at the Starbucks.
- Stock up on a Celebratory Cuban in Duty Free.
- Shop at the Old Bazaar.
- Sky Restaurant and Kokpit Bar.
Can you visit Istanbul during layover?
Join a free city tour during an extended layover in Istanbul. The tours are for passengers flying Turkish Airlines internationally with layovers of at least six hours. To take the tour, you must present your boarding pass at the touristanbul desk in the international arrivals hall before it starts.
Is saw a big airport?
Although Istanbul Airport, located 63 km (39 mi) away on the European side of Istanbul, is larger, Sabiha Gökçen is still one of the largest airports in the country.
How do I get from SAW to IST airport?
Transiting between Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) and Istanbul Airport (IST) often takes about 1.5 – 2 hours on a private car and around 3.5 hours on the Havabus/Havaist buses that connect IST and SAW airport via Taksim Square.
Is there anything to do around Istanbul Airport?
Enjoy a river cruise and guided tour of the city highlights, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahce Palace, and Istiklal Street.
Is there a shower in Istanbul Airport?
There is a shower area on the air side of the terminal. You can refresh yourself by taking a shower before your flight. There are 2 hairdressing salons at Istanbul Airport, one on the International Terminal post security and one on the arrivals floor.