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Flight Information

Distance1732 km
Flight Duration2 hrs 10 min
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Popular AirlineAJet

Istanbul City Center to Airport Transport

There are several transport alternatives from Istanbul city center to Istanbul Airport, including public buses, airport shuttles, metro connections, taxis, rental cars, and private transfers.

Bus

Municipal IETT buses connect different parts of Istanbul with Istanbul Airport. Journey time usually takes about 60-90 minutes, depending on the line and traffic.

  • H-1: Mahmutbey Metro - Istanbul Airport
  • H-2: Mecidiyekoy - Istanbul Airport
  • H-3: Halkali - Istanbul Airport
  • H-6: Mescid-i Selam / Arnavutkoy - Istanbul Airport
  • H-8: Haciosman / Sariyer - Istanbul Airport

Airport Shuttle

Havaist airport shuttles offer direct services from central points to Istanbul Airport. Average travel time is around 60-100 minutes, depending on the departure stop and traffic.

  • Taksim
  • Besiktas
  • Aksaray
  • Kadikoy
  • Bakirkoy

Metro / Tram

The M11 metro line serves Istanbul Airport. From the city center, passengers can use the M2 metro to Gayrettepe and transfer to M11 toward Istanbul Airport. The average journey takes about 45-70 minutes, depending on the starting point.

  • M2: Yenikapi / Taksim / Sisli-Mecidiyekoy / Gayrettepe
  • M11: Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 throughout Istanbul and provide a direct trip from the city center to Istanbul Airport. The average journey takes about 40-70 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • Available from hotels, taxi stands, and main squares
  • Suitable for passengers with luggage or late-night flights

Car Rental

Car rental companies have offices in central districts and usually offer airport drop-off options. Driving from the city center to Istanbul Airport takes about 40-70 minutes in normal traffic.

  • Pick-up from city-center rental offices
  • Drop-off at Istanbul Airport car rental area

Transfer

Private airport transfers provide door-to-door transport from hotels, apartments, or business addresses to Istanbul Airport. Advance booking is recommended, especially for early flights or group travel.

  • Private sedan, minivan, or VIP vehicle options
  • Fixed pick-up time and direct airport drop-off

There are several transport alternatives from Istanbul city center to Sabiha Gokcen Airport, including public buses, airport shuttles, metro connections, taxis, rental cars, and private transfers.

Bus

Municipal IETT buses connect central and well-connected districts with Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Travel time is usually around 60-120 minutes, depending on route and traffic.

  • E-10: Kadikoy - Sabiha Gokcen Airport
  • E-11: Kadikoy - Sabiha Gokcen Airport express route
  • 122H: 4. Levent - Sabiha Gokcen Airport

Airport Shuttle (Havas/Havabus)

Havabus offers direct airport shuttle services from central points to Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Average journey time is about 60 minutes from Kadikoy and 90 minutes from Taksim, depending on traffic.

  • Taksim - Sabiha Gokcen Airport
  • Kadikoy - Sabiha Gokcen Airport
  • Yenisahra - Sabiha Gokcen Airport

Metro / Tram

The M4 Kadikoy - Sabiha Gokcen Airport metro line provides a direct rail connection from Kadikoy to the airport. From European-side areas such as Sultanahmet or Taksim, passengers can connect via Marmaray, ferry, or metro to Kadikoy. Average total travel time is around 60-100 minutes.

  • M4 Metro: Kadikoy - Sabiha Gokcen Airport
  • Marmaray connection: Sirkeci or Yenikapi - Ayrilik Cesmesi - M4 Metro
  • Ferry connection: Eminonu or Karakoy - Kadikoy - M4 Metro

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 across Istanbul and offer door-to-door transport to Sabiha Gokcen Airport. The average journey takes about 45-90 minutes, depending on departure point and traffic.

Car Rental

Car rental companies have offices in major city-center areas, and many allow airport drop-off at Sabiha Gokcen Airport. This option is useful for travelers planning to continue outside Istanbul.

Transfer

Private airport transfers offer a comfortable door-to-door service from hotels, apartments, or business addresses to Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Advance booking is recommended, especially for early flights, groups, or travelers with extra luggage.

Airport to Moscow City Center Transport

From Domodedovo - Domodedovo Mikhail Lomonosov Intl. Airport to Moscow city center, travelers can use public buses with a metro connection, regular airport express shuttles, taxis, rental cars, or pre-booked private transfers. The fastest public option is usually the airport shuttle or bus to Domodedovskaya metro station, followed by the Moscow Metro toward central stations.

Bus

Municipal and public buses depart from the airport forecourt and connect Domodedovo Airport with nearby towns and Moscow transport links. For Moscow city center, the most useful route is usually a bus to Domodedovskaya metro station, then the metro into central Moscow. Average total journey time is about 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic and metro destination.

  • Bus 308: Domodedovo Airport to Domodedovskaya metro station
  • Bus 30K: Domodedovo Airport area to Domodedovo railway station or city stops, when operating from the airport zone
  • Bus 52K: Domodedovo Airport area to Vzletnaya station, when operating from the airport zone

Airport Shuttle (Havas / Havabus-Style Service)

Domodedovo does not typically use the Havas or Havabus brand name, but regular airport express shuttle services operate between the terminal and Moscow metro connections. The main airport shuttle option is the Aeroexpress express bus to Domodedovskaya metro station. Average travel time to the metro is about 30-40 minutes, with another 30-40 minutes by metro to the city center.

  • Domodedovo Airport Terminal 1
  • Domodedovo Airport Terminal 2
  • Domodedovskaya metro station

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 at Domodedovo Airport and are the most direct option for passengers with luggage or late-night arrivals. The average travel time from Domodedovo Airport to Moscow city center is about 45-90 minutes, depending heavily on traffic, weather, and the exact destination.

  • Official airport taxi desks inside the terminal
  • App-based taxi pickup points near the terminal exits
  • Direct rides to central areas such as Paveletskaya, Kitay-Gorod, Tverskaya, or Red Square

Car Rental

Car rental is available at Domodedovo Airport through rental offices in or near the passenger terminal. Vehicles are usually collected from airport parking areas close to the terminal exits. Driving to central Moscow normally takes about 50-100 minutes, depending on traffic and route.

  • Airport rental counters in the arrivals area
  • Pickup from designated airport parking zones
  • Convenient for onward travel outside Moscow or multi-stop itineraries

Transfer

A private airport transfer from Domodedovo to Moscow city center is a comfortable door-to-door option, especially for families, business travelers, or passengers arriving at night. Booking in advance is recommended so the driver can meet the flight, help with luggage, and confirm the final destination before arrival. Average travel time is about 45-90 minutes.

  • Meet-and-greet service in the arrivals hall
  • Fixed-price transfer to hotels, apartments, or offices in central Moscow
  • Vehicle options such as sedan, minivan, or business-class car

Travelers can get from Sheremetyevo International Airport to Moscow city center by municipal bus with a metro connection, regular airport shuttle bus, taxi, rental car, or pre-booked private transfer.

Bus

Municipal buses depart from Sheremetyevo Airport and connect passengers with Moscow Metro stations. This is usually the most economical way to reach the city center, although it requires changing to the metro. Average travel time to central Moscow is about 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic and the final metro route.

  • Bus 851 to Rechnoy Vokzal metro station
  • Bus 817 to Planernaya metro station
  • Night bus H1 to central Moscow stops, including areas near Manezhnaya Square

Airport Shuttle

There is no Havas or Havabus-branded shuttle service from Sheremetyevo to Moscow city center. The main regular airport shuttle option is the Aeroexpress express bus, which links the airport with Khovrino metro station. Average travel time is about 15-20 minutes to Khovrino, plus additional metro time to the city center.

  • Sheremetyevo Terminal B and Terminal C
  • Sheremetyevo Terminal D stop
  • Gostinitsa stop near Terminals D, E, and F
  • Khovrino metro station

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 at Sheremetyevo International Airport and are a convenient direct option for passengers with luggage or late-night arrivals. Average travel time to Moscow city center is about 40-70 minutes, but it can be longer during peak traffic.

  • Use official taxi desks, airport-approved taxi lanes, or reputable ride-hailing apps
  • Confirm the fare or app price before starting the trip
  • Allow extra time during morning and evening rush hours

Car Rental

Car rental offices are available at Sheremetyevo Airport, making this option suitable for travelers planning to drive beyond central Moscow. Vehicles are typically collected from airport parking or designated terminal-exit pickup areas. Driving to the city center usually takes about 40-70 minutes in normal traffic.

  • Rental desks are located in the airport terminal areas
  • Pickup is usually arranged near the terminal exits or airport parking zones
  • Check Moscow parking rules and traffic restrictions before driving into the center

Transfer

A private airport transfer from Sheremetyevo to Moscow city center is a comfortable door-to-door option, especially for families, business travelers, or passengers arriving at night. Booking in advance is recommended so the driver can meet you in the arrivals area and monitor your flight. Average travel time is about 40-70 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • Pre-booked sedan, minivan, or business-class vehicle
  • Meet-and-greet service inside the arrivals hall
  • Fixed-price airport-to-hotel transfer available from many providers

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Istanbul Average Temperature

Monday
27°C
Tuesday
30°C
Wednesday
19°C
Thursday
18°C
Friday
26°C
Saturday
23°C
Sunday
28°C

Moscow Average Temperature

Monday
32°C
Tuesday
28°C
Wednesday
20°C
Thursday
18°C
Friday
28°C
Saturday
23°C
Sunday
27°C

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