Duration
Transfers included
-
Travel from Istanbul Airport to Fatih's historic Sultanahmet area in approximately 45-60 minutes with one convenient intermediate stop at Taksim.
-
Buses operate all day, with departures every 2-4 hours, giving you complete flexibility whether you're catching an early morning or late night flight.
-
Relax in air-conditioned comfort with generous luggage storage, making it easy to travel with suitcases and bags of any size onboard.
-
Fully accessible service welcomes families with prams, wheelchair users, and travelers with small pets in carriers for a stress-free journey.
-
Flexible tickets let you catch the next available bus if you miss your scheduled departure, with no penalties or extra charges applied.
-
-
One-way bus transfer between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Fatih/S. Ahmet Ispark
-
Air-conditioning onboard
-
Ample luggage space
-
Free travel for infants under 2 years of age
-
-
Hotel transfers
-
Food and beverages
-
Seat reservation
-
These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
- 300 reviews4
How do we collect reviews?
These ratings include verified reviews from both Headout guests and our trusted partners who operate this experience locally. All reviews come from real travelers who've taken this experience.
10010010000What our guests say
Favian
Dec 2025Verified booking3/5
Margarete
Dec 2025Verified booking3/5
Tom
Dec 2025Verified booking3/5
Eriberto
Dec 2025Verified booking3/5
Kira
Dec 2025Verified booking3/5
Board your air-conditioned coach at Istanbul Airport's underground Level -2 bus terminal and settle in for a comfortable 45-60 minute journey to Fatih/S. Ahmet Ispark near the historic Sultanahmet district. With 24-hour service and flexible ticketing, you can board any departure if you miss your scheduled time. Store your luggage safely in dedicated compartments, stay comfortable in spacious seating, and arrive at Fatih/S. Ahmet Ispark, just steps from major landmarks like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace.
Schedule
From Istanbul Airport (IST)
-
First bus: 12am
-
Last bus: 10pm
-
Frequency: Approx. every 2-4 hours
From Fatih/S. Ahmet Ispark
-
First bus: 5am
-
Last bus: 11pm
-
Frequency: Approx. every 1-2 hours
-
What to bring
-
Don’t forget to bring your booking confirmation or QR code ticket.
-
Carry a valid ID if you’re an international traveler.
What's not allowed
-
Large or bulky items that cannot fit in luggage compartments are not allowed on the bus.
-
Smoking is not allowed on board the bus.
Accessibility
-
The bus is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
-
Guide dogs and small pets are allowed in carrying boxes.
Additional information
-
Board at the underground Level -2 of Istanbul Airport Terminal, accessible via elevators and escalators from arrivals and departures.
-
The drop-off point in Fatih is at S. Ahmet Ispark near Sultanahmet, approximately 400 meters from major landmarks.
-
You can carry one small piece of hand luggage with dimensions 45 x 36 x 20 cm. Any luggage larger than these dimensions must be stored in the luggage rack at the bottom of the outside of the bus.
-
Flexible tickets allow you to board any departure on your booked day if you miss your scheduled bus.
-
Infants aged 2 and under travel free with a paying adult.
-
Children aged 3 and above are charged at adult rates.
-
-
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
-
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
-
Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
-
Top things to do in Istanbul
Nearby cities to explore
