Istanbul's Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Guide & Information

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) or Sabiha Gökçen Uluslararası Havaalanı (in Turkish) is one of the major airports serving Istanbul, Turkey. It is located in Kürtkoy, Pendik at the Anatolian side (Anadolu Yakası) of the bi-continental city, about 12 km to Pendik, 40 km to Kadikoy, and 50 km to Taksim (city center of the European side of Istanbul).

This award winning airport is named after Sabiha Gökçen - the first woman combat pilot of Turkey who also happens to be the first female combat pilot in the world.

Istanbul's Sabiha Gökçen International Airport was built due to the growing domestic and international passenger demands in Istanbul.  This significant growth has made Istanbul's Atatürk International Airport to cause problems for not being large enough to serve its millions of passengers.  At first, the Sabiha Gökçen International Airport's international terminal capacity was only 3 million passengers per year, and with a domestic terminal capacity of about 0.5 million passengers per year. But today, Sabiha Gökçen International Airport boasts of an international terminal which serves up to 25 million passengers annually making it as the World's Best Airport at the World Low Cost Airlines Congress in London in 2010.

Havaş Shuttle Bus Timetable - Going To and From Atatürk International Airport

Havaş airport shuttle buses which run faster (non-stop) than the regular public buses in Istanbul can be a good option for most passengers goint to and from Atatürk International Aİrport in Istanbul. It not only offers a good service and value for your money, but its a lot more convenient and economical for travelers and tourists who don't know so much about getting around in Istanbul. 

Below you will find the Havaş Shuttle Bus Timetable going to and from the Ataturk International Airport. You may also see this timetable posted at the Ataturk Airport which also writes Atatürk Havalimani Hareket Saatleri in Turkish.

Havaş Shuttle Bus Guide & Info - Going to and from Istanbul's Ataturk International Airport

Going to and from Atatürk International Airport without having someone to pick you up or take you to the airport is not something that you have to seriously worry about.  In Turkey, there are several ways for you to go to and from the Ataturk International Airport. You can take either a taxi, a public bus, a metro, through your hotel's private transfers, or the airport's shuttle bus service called Havaş / Havataş.

A Havaş/Havataş aiport shuttle bus parked in front of the airport.

These air-conditioned airport shuttle service known as Havaş / Havataş buses can be a good option for passengers who are traveling alone, as well as to those who don't want to take a cab or taxi, and also to some others who don't want to pay more for a hotel' private transfers.  Depending on the hotel, private transfers can sometimes cost more, unless you are traveling with your family or with a group. Other than that, the Havaş airport shuttle buses which runs faster (non-stop) than the regular public buses in Istanbul can be a very good option.  They don't just offers good service and value for your money, but its a lot more convenient and economical for travelers and tourists who don't know so much about getting around in Istanbul.

Akseki

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Located in the forested and very rocky western Taurus mountains in the province of Antalya lies a beautiful town well known for its snowdrop flowers which blossom through the snow showing the early signs of spring.

Akseki - the oldest district in the province after Alanya, has a history which dates back to the Roman era. The town was used to be known as Marla (Marulya or Marulia) within Turkey’s Mediterranean region before it was conquered by the Seljuk Turks and the Ottoman Empire along with the other towns in the area. Due to its rich architectural heritage, Akseki became a member of the Norwich-based European Association of Historic Towns and Regions. This small historic town has been continually inhabited until today with a population of about 3,441 (according to 2010 census).

Phaselis

Located between the Bey Mountains and the forests of Olympos National Park, this ancient Lycian city is famous with the sun-seekers for its clear blue waters and sandy beaches.

Phaselis has three harbours - the Northern Harbour, the Battle Harbour, and the Protected (Sun) Harbour which made the area into a popular stopping off point for yachts. Phaselis and the other ancient towns around the shore can also be easily accessed from the sea by daily yacht tours. The remains that can still be seen in some areas within Phaselis are the scattered ruins of old public places such as the Roman baths, agoras, aqueducts, theaters and an acropolis.

There are also ruins of shops and stores scattered along the sides of the 24-metre-wide ancient street (see photo above) which runs through the middle of the city.

Perge

Situated just about 18 kms from Antalya on the southwestern Mediterranean coast of Turkey, the ancient city known as Perge (Perga) can easily be recognized by its age-old lofty towers, theatre, and old baths flanking around its city gate. 

Perge - one of Pamphylia's foremost cities was founded on a wide plain between two hills just a few kilometers away from the Kestros (Aksu) river. This ancient city was also visited by St. Paul during his missionary journeys. Perge was one of the richest and most beautiful cities during the Hellenistic period and was also known for the famous temple of the Anatolian goddess called the Temple of Artemis.

Foreign Consulates

FOREIGN CONSULATES IN TURKEY

Consulate General of AUSTRIA 
Address : Koybasi Caddesi 46, 80870 Yenikoy Istanbul
Phone : (212) 262 93 15, 262 49 84, 262 49 88
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Fethiye

Submerge yourself in one of nature’s most breathtaking scenery. 

Beautifully located on Turkey’s Mediterranean coastline, Fethiye boasts of an extraordinary natural beauty and a perfect climate which makes it an ideal holiday destination.  For those who haven't yet visited this coastal city,  Fethiye is one of the most famous holiday destinations in Turkey in the district of Muğla Province with about 68,000 inhabitants.

Cappadocia

The Land of Fairy Chimneys & Ancient Underground Cities

For those who love to explore the earth’s natural beauty unfolded by stunning rock formations, ancient underground cities and dwellings, subterranean churches, and other worldly rock formations which include the mystical Fairy Chimneys, then you shouldn't miss to visit Cappadocia.

Bodrum

A favorite holiday destination for yachting enthusiasts.

In the southwestern Aegean Region of Turkey lies a beautiful port town in the province of Muğla known as Bodrum.  Formerly known as Halicarnassus in ancient Greek or Halikarnas in Turkish, Bodrum is a very popular resort and a favorite holiday destination in Turkey for yachting enthusiasts.  It has a Mediterranean climate with usually hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Antalya

The Turkish Riviera

Popularly known for having the cleanest, most beautiful resorts and stunning beaches along Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, Antalya is also a thriving modern city set on high cliffs and rugged mountains highlighted by the richness of its history and ancient past.

Turkish Cuisine

Turkish cuisine is renowned as one of the world's best.   It is considered to be one of the three main cuisines of the world because of the variety of its recipes, its use of natural ingredients, its flavors and tastes which appeal to all palates and its influence throughout Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa.