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Everything
you need to know about Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
including: which terminals, where to check in, what facilities are
available, assistance for the disabled, transportation, shuttles,
car hire and airport rentals, restaurants and bars, access to flight
information, banking hours and shopping options…
Guide to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International
Airport (SAW)
Istanbul is Europe’s gateway to the East.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located 20 km east
of the Asian centre of Istanbul and 45 km east of the European centre.
Terminals
and check-in
There are two terminals at the airport and they are located within
walking distance of one another.
Airport
facilities
As for refreshments and meals, there are several restaurants and
cafés in the departure hall. The VIP lounge is located in
departures A and the CIP lounge is located in departures B. A post
office is also available in the terminal.
Business
and meetings
The CIP lounge, located in departures B of the international terminal,
is equipped with a business centre. Telephones, fax machines and
Internet access are provided to passengers.
Shopping
and money
Duty-free shops are located in the international terminal's departures
hall. Gift shops, bookshops and a travel accessories shop are available.
There are also a variety of duty-free shops in the arrivals hall
in the international terminal.
ATMs are located in both terminals,
with a bank in the departures B of the international terminal.
Disability
assistance
Facilities in the arrivals hall are positioned on one level, permitting
passengers with mobility difficulties to move around with ease.
Specially adapted toilets are provided in both terminals and lifts
can be used to access the various eateries on the mezzanine level
of the international terminal. Those needing special assistance
with boarding should contact their airline in advance.
Information
There are two information counters located in the international
terminal: one in departures A and another in departures B. There
is an information desk in the domestic terminal as well.
Airport
information: +90 (0) 216 585 5000
Flight information: www.sgairport.com/flightinfoEN/default.htm
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International
Airport transportation
By taxi
Taxis are available 24 hours a day to destinations in and around
Istanbul. Costs can range up-to US$50 for a trip into Istanbul’s
city centre.
By car
Driving to the airport from Istanbul city centre, follow the E-6
express highway or the E-5 highway. Take the Pendik/Kurtky exit
to reach the airport. The trip should take about 30 to 45 minutes.
By rail
The closest railway connection is located 6 km away. This connects
with districts in Istanbul and neighbouring towns and cities.
By bus
A regular shuttle bus operates between the terminals and the city
centre, with journeys taking between 30 to 45 minutes. This service
also links Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Ataturk International
Airport in a journey taking approximately one hour.
The Seabus Port is located 8 km away.
This connects with the various districts of Istanbul, as well as
neighbouring towns and cities.
Parking
There is a 24-hour car park for both short- and long-term parking
in front of the airport. Short-term parking is also provided next
to the main terminal building.
Airport
information: +90 (0) 216 585 5000
Flight information: www.sgairport.com/flightinfoEN/default.htm
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