Affordable Istanbul Travel

Istanbul is a city where every place is filled with beauty. Appealing to people of all ages and backgrounds, Istanbul welcomes millions of visitors every year. Many areas of the city offer affordable travel, transportation and dining options. That's why Istanbul is a popular choice for those looking for affordable travel.

Airbnb in Beyoğlu

Beyoğlu is a district that offers visitors significant opportunities for affordable travel. Beyoğlu is a lively location where you can find reasonably priced Airbnb homes. It is centrally located and easily accessible. It is within walking distance of popular locations such as Harbiye, Nişantaşı, Karaköy, Kabataş and Maçka. This allows visitors to see popular centers while reducing transportation costs when vacationing economically in Istanbul. Those who choose Airbnb in Beyoğlu find both affordable trips and central accommodation options. 

How do I get from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Beyoğlu?

Sabiha Gökçen Airport located in the Pendik district is Istanbul's second international airport. The airport known internationally as SAW hosts many domestic and foreign visitors, especially offering opportunities for budget flights to Istanbul. However, airports can be confusing places for those new to the city. How do I get to the city center? Which mode of transportation is the most affordable? Which routes go from the airport to the city center? Where can I have an affordable vacation in Istanbul? Which stop should I go to and where should I wait to get to the center? There are many questions like these. Sabiha Gökçen Airport provides affordable and fast transportation to the city center via private bus services (HAVABÜS), metro lines (M4), and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality bus lines (IETT). Additionally, you can pay by credit card on all transportation options from the airport, including HAVABÜS, metro and IETT buses.

Transportation with HAVABÜS

The easiest way to get from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Taksim/Beyoğlu is to use HAVABÜS. Head to the exit gate. After collecting your luggage at the arrivals terminal, follow the ‘Exit’ signs to the main exit gate. Cross the road. As soon as you exit the gate, cross the road to the opposite side. You will see the large white HAVABÜS buses. HAVABÜS vehicles wait at the stops right in front of the open parking lot directly opposite the terminal building. The journey takes approximately 1.5 hours. To view the weekday and weekend schedules and departure times, please visit the link below:

https://www.havabus.com/yolcuservisi/taksim-sabihagokcenhavalimani.aspx

Note: If your flight is delayed, you can find HAVABÜS buses in the same area mentioned above between 1:00 AM and 4:00 AM.

You do not need to purchase tickets in advance for any HAVABÜS routes. Passengers purchase their tickets after boarding the bus. Payment options on HAVABÜS buses are as follows: Sabiha Gökçen Airport-Taksim/Beyoğlu route costs 367 TL per passenger for cash payments. Credit card payments are also possible, but the fee is 450 TL. For passengers using an Istanbulkart, 367 TL is deducted from their card balance. Foreign passengers also have the option to pay in Euros (cash).

Getting There by Metro

To reach the Sabiha Gökçen Airport - Kadıköy Metro line, also known as the M4 metro line, you don't need to exit the terminal or take any other form of transportation. After collecting your luggage from the arrivals hall, simply follow the yellow and black “Metro” signs. The metro station is located on the lower level of the terminal. This allows you to reach the metro directly without being affected by rain or crowds outside. The M4 metro line, which runs every five minutes, operates from 06:00 to 00:00 on weekdays and 24 hours a day on weekends. You can see all the stops on the metro route by clicking on the link below.

https://www.metro.istanbul/Hatlarimiz/HatDetay?hat=M4

Payment for metro transportation is made with Istanbulkart. Passengers without Istanbulkart can use contactless credit or debit cards to use the metro.

Transportation by Municipal Buses (IETT)

To reach the buses from Sabiha Gökçen Airport, exit the terminal. Cross over to the opposite platform. You will see the bus platforms located a little further ahead of the airport buses. At the beginning of the platforms, there are digital signs and boards showing which bus departs from where.  

E-3 = 4.Levent Metro

E-10 = Kadıköy                       

E-11 = Kadıköy

SG-1 = Kadıköy

SG-2 = Taksim/Beyoğlu

132H = Pendik YHT (High Speed Train)

Bus fares can also be paid with Istanbulkart. Passengers without Istanbulkart can use contactless Visa and Mastercard credit or debit cards.

The Place to Stay in Istanbul

Be sure to check out orientaistanbul.com for apartment options in Beyoğlu that suit every visitor's needs. It offers comfortable living spaces close to historical sites in the safest locations in Beyoğlu.

Staying in Cihangir: Nil Apartment

Located in the Kuloğlu neighborhood of Beyoğlu, Nil Apartment is situated in Cihangir, one of Beyoğlu's most famous districts. With its multicultural structure and proximity to historical sites. It is located within Istanbul's shopping, cultural, and artistic centers. For those considering staying in Beyoğlu, Nil Apartment is one of Istanbul's rare buildings and is a second-degree historical monument. Each apartment is designed using Ottoman motifs. You will find the comfort of home in this building, which consists of 1+1 and studio apartments. We recommend that guests looking for affordable travel in Istanbul review the reservation calendar for apartments at Nil Apartment. Within walking distance of Taksim Square, Galataport, Istiklal Street, and the Karaköy-Kadıköy Ferry Terminal, these apartments also make it easy to explore the city thanks to their proximity to public transportation. For those considering an affordable travel in Beyoğlu, visit orientaistanbul.com.

-Nil Apartment, Apartment 1

Airbnb Link;
https://www.airbnb.com.tr/rooms/1111684780892012105?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/nil-apartmani-1

-Nil Apartment 2
Airbnb Link;
https://www.airbnb.com.tr/rooms/1045413530542671833?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/nil-apartmani-2

-Nil Apartment 3
Airbnb Link;
https://www.airbnb.com.tr/rooms/1041086204027698957?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/nil-apartmani-3

-Nil Apartment 4
Airbnb Link;
https://www.airbnb.com.tr/rooms/1041384969179609325?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/nil-apartmani-4

-Nil Apartment 5
Airbnb Link;
https://www.airbnb.com.tr/rooms/1041729435660156799?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/nil-apartmani-5

-Nil Apartment 6
Airbnb Link;
https://www.airbnb.com.tr/rooms/1044686326631859030?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/nil-apartmani-6

Staying in Galata: Pala Hayri Apartment

Located in the Hacımimi neighborhood of Beyoğlu, the Pala Hayri Apartment is just a few minutes' walk from Galata Tower and sits on the lower parallel of Serdar-ı Ekrem, one of Istanbul's most prestigious streets. It is a magnificent building that combines historical atmosphere with modern comfort. For those considering staying in Beyoğlu, the Pala Hayri Apartment, consisting of 1+1 and studio apartments, offers its guests a true Istanbul experience with its common areas. On the observation deck on the roof, you can spend time with your loved ones and enjoy the view accompanied by Istanbul's unique silhouette. Therefore, you can enjoy an affordable trip in Istanbul by staying in this apartment and capture the city's most beautiful details. For those seeking affordable travel in Beyoğlu, the address is orientaistanbul.com.

-Pala Hayri Apartment 2
Airbnb Link;
https://www.airbnb.com.tr/rooms/1459953942530771193?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/pala-hayri-apartmani-2

-Pala Hayri Apartment 3
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/pala-hayri-apartmani-3

-Pala Hayri Apartment 4
Airbnb Link;
https://www.airbnb.com.tr/rooms/1073902840786212587?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/pala-hayri-apartmani-4

-Pala Hayri Apartment 5
Orienta İstanbul Turizm Website Link;
https://orientaistanbul.com/tr/mulklerimiz/pala-hayri-apartmani-5
 

Transportation in Istanbul 

Istanbul is one of the world's largest metropolises with its advanced transportation network. You can use many different modes of transportation, including subways, tram lines, the Marmaray line connecting Europe and Asia under the Bosphorus Strait and the Metrobüs line. You can use all transportation options in Istanbul in the most economical way by purchasing an Istanbulkart. Istanbulkart can be purchased at airports, metro stations, and akbil recharge points. Tourists can also purchase Istanbulkart. You can use the card on buses and all other public transportation vehicles. These types of cards greatly facilitate transportation for those planning an economical vacation in Istanbul.

How to Use the Istanbulkart?

Ticket machines are smart devices used to perform Istanbulkart transactions, which are the most important means of public transportation payment in Istanbul. Ticket machines offer the option of loading with both credit cards and cash.

In addition to purchasing an Istanbulkart, you can perform the following transactions at ticket machines: 

-Purchase limited-use tickets,

-Load TL onto your Istanbulkart,

-Renew your Istanbulkart 

Ticket machines are equipped with state-of-the-art touchscreen technology. Additionally, the balance to be used for transportation can be loaded via Biletmatik machines. Tourists can also use contactless Visa or Mastercard credit or debit cards from their home countries to ride public transportation.