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A taxi transfer from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport (IST) is a private car with a driver just for you – from your address to the exact place you need to be. The distance is about 530 km and the drive takes about 5:30 h. The price is fixed in advance and is per car, not per person: sedan for up to 4 people 420 €, minivan 550 €, van 620 €. You pay after the ride, with no prepayment.
Sofia Airport – Istanbul Airport (IST) prices in both directions
| Route | Distance | Time | Sedan | Minivan | Van |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofia Airport → Istanbul New Airport | 530 km | 5:30 h | 420 € | 550 € | 620 € |
| Istanbul New Airport → Sofia Airport | 530 km | 5:30 h | 420 € | 550 € | 620 € |
Prices are per car, one way, day and night. If you travel there and back, book both rides together.
Pick-up: Sofia Airport
Sofia Airport is Bulgaria’s largest airport and has two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. It is on the eastern side of the capital, and most international flights use Terminal 2. The usual meeting point with your driver is the arrivals hall of your terminal. The most common destinations from here are Bansko, Borovets, Plovdiv and central Sofia.
Drop-off: Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city’s main international airport, on the European side near the Black Sea coast. For travellers from Bulgaria it is closer than Sabiha Gökçen, as there is no need to cross the Bosphorus. Passengers need valid travel documents, including a visa if required.
Airport meet and greet
Give us your flight number when you book. The driver waits for you at the terminal exit, and if your flight is late we wait with no time limit. We confirm the meeting point with you.
When to leave for the airport
The drive takes about 5:30 h. Add time for check-in and a small reserve for traffic. For a flight within the EU plan to be at the airport about 2 hours before departure, for a flight outside the EU about 3 hours. Tell us your flight time and we will suggest a pick-up time.
Travelling abroad
This route crosses a border. Carry a valid ID card or passport for every passenger, children included. The price is per car and does not change because of the crossing.
Breaks on the way
The drive takes about 5:30 h. If you would like a stop for coffee, a toilet or a rest, tell the driver – we stop at a suitable place on the way.
Vehicles
- Sedan – up to 4 passengers with normal luggage.
- Minivan – up to 6 passengers, or fewer people with lots of luggage.
- Van – up to 8 passengers. For larger groups we send several cars.
With children and pets
Child seats and boosters at no extra charge – just tell us the children’s ages. A dog or cat travels only together with its owner, in the owner’s own crate or carrier; tell us about the animal when you book.
How to book
- See the price in the calculator above.
- Fill in date, time, name and phone – or call +359 897 227 771.
- We call you to confirm the addresses and the vehicle.
- You pay the driver after the ride.
More transfers
Return direction: Istanbul Airport (IST) – Sofia Airport
From Sofia Airport: Sofia Airport – Silistra · Sofia Airport – Sozopol · Sofia Airport – Sevlievo · Sofia Airport – Shabla · Sofia Airport – Aytos · Sofia Airport – Gabrovo · all destinations
To Istanbul Airport (IST): Sofia – Istanbul Airport (IST) · Ruse – Istanbul Airport (IST) · Burgas Airport – Istanbul Airport (IST) · Velingrad – Istanbul Airport (IST)
Other languages: Български · Русский · Deutsch · Italiano · עברית
Frequently asked questions
How much is a transfer from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport (IST)?
Sedan for up to 4 people – €420, minivan – €550, van – €620. The price is per car, one way.
How long is the drive from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport (IST)?
About 5:30 h for about 530 km.
Will you wait if my flight is late?
Yes. If your flight is late, we wait with no time limit.
What documents do I need?
A valid ID card or passport for every passenger, children included.
Is the price per person?
No, per car. The price is the same however many passengers are in the car.
When do I pay?
After the ride, to the driver. We do not ask for prepayment.
Do you work at night and on holidays?
Yes, 24/7, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
Can I travel with a dog or cat?
Yes, when the animal travels with its owner, in the owner’s own crate or carrier.
Do you have child seats?
Yes, at no extra charge. Tell us the children’s ages when you book.