This is a pickup and service point. The exact meeting place and handover details are confirmed by our team after you book.
Why rent a car at Sabiha Gökçen?
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) is Istanbul's second airport, located in Pendik on the Asian side of the city. It is the natural arrival point if you are staying in Kadıköy, Üsküdar or Ataşehir, and it puts you close to the motorways heading east and south, towards Sapanca, Kocaeli and Bursa. Reaching Kadıköy usually takes approximately 40–60 minutes, while crossing to Taksim on the European side can take approximately 60–90 minutes depending on bridge traffic.
Pickup and handover
Sabiha Gökçen is a pickup point for Beta Car Rental. There is no Beta desk in the terminal. After you book, the team gets in touch to arrange where and how you will meet. If your flight changes, let them know by phone on +90 850 885 23 82 or via WhatsApp on +90 541 215 44 00.
How booking works
Choose Sabiha Gökçen as your pickup location on betacarrental.com, set your dates, then pick a car. Requirements differ by vehicle: the minimum driver age ranges from 22 to 30 and the required years of licence from 2 to 5, so check them before you confirm. Prices and payment appear only on the booking site. At handover you will need your driving licence, your passport or ID, and a security deposit, which varies by vehicle.
Choosing a car
- City stays on the Asian side: economy cars are easy to park.
- Road trips to Bursa or Sapanca: a midsize car or an SUV.
- Corporate guests: luxury cars.
- Groups of up to nine: minivans and minibuses.
Driving tips around Sabiha Gökçen
Getting around. The airport is close to the TEM (Anatolian Motorway) and the Northern Marmara Motorway. Bridge crossings to the European side and several motorway sections are tolled through the electronic HGS system, so ask at handover how tolls are handled on your car.
Day trips.
- Şile and Ağva, the Black Sea beach towns, are approximately 1–1.5 hours away.
- Lake Sapanca and the Maşukiye valley are approximately 1–1.5 hours away.
- Bursa, at the foot of Mount Uludağ, takes approximately 1.5–2 hours via the Osmangazi Bridge.
The Princes' Islands are car-free. Private motor vehicles are not used on the islands, so park near a ferry pier such as Bostancı and take the boat across.
Related pages
Landing on the European side instead? See Istanbul Airport. Staying a while? Look at weekly car rental, or read how airport car rental works.
Recommended vehicle classes here
Economy Cars
5Economy cars are compact, easy-to-park cars for city driving and short trips. Examples on Beta Car Rental's fleet…
Opel Corsa · Hyundai i20 · Renault Clio
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Midsize Cars
5Midsize cars give you more cabin and boot space than economy models and are more comfortable on long drives. Examples…
Toyota Corolla · Renault Megane · Fiat Egea Cross
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SUVs
5–7SUVs offer a higher driving position, generous luggage space and long-distance comfort. Beta Car Rental's fleet listing…
Dacia Duster · Peugeot 2008 · Chery Omoda
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Luxury Cars
5The luxury class covers premium saloons and SUVs for business travel, special occasions and comfortable long drives…
Mercedes-Benz C 200 · Mercedes-Benz E 180 · Mercedes-Benz E 200
DetailsFrequently asked questions
Is there a Beta Car Rental desk at Sabiha Gökçen Airport?
No, Sabiha Gökçen is a pickup point. The meeting place and handover details are arranged with you by the team after you book.
Can I drive to the Princes' Islands from Sabiha Gökçen?
No. The islands are closed to private motor vehicles, so leave the car in a car park near a ferry pier and take the boat.
How long is the drive from Sabiha Gökçen to Bursa?
Approximately 1.5–2 hours via the Osmangazi Bridge. The bridge and motorway are tolled and paid through the HGS system.