Family-Friendly Airport (Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen – SAW)

Traveling with children via Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) is significantly more relaxed when distances are short and services work quickly: clear procedures, family-friendly infrastructure, and practical amenities make starting your vacation easier.

Sabiha Gökçen Airport Terminal

For parents, it is often the details that matter: Where is an easy place to change or nurse the baby? What is the best way to navigate the terminal with a stroller? Where can children play before boarding – and how can waiting times at checkpoints be reduced? This compact guide highlights helpful services at SAW – with official links for further planning.

Family-friendly services at the airport

Parking Near the Terminal

The multi-story car park is located directly opposite the terminal and is easily accessible on foot – ideal if you are arriving with children and luggage. Additionally, valet parking is available. Designated parking spaces are available on open and covered parking levels for passengers with reduced mobility.

More about parking  |  Tariffs & Conditions

 

Family Services in the Terminal

For families, the airport offers baby care/changing rooms and play areas for children (especially in the domestic departures area). The terminal is also easy to use with strollers – wide paths and elevators make orientation easier.

Family areas and baby care rooms

Fast Track: Less Waiting Time

If you are traveling with children and want to get through security quickly, the ALLWAYS Fast Track service can be useful. Priority access at selected points helps reduce waiting times – especially during peak hours.

More about Fast Track

 

Services for Passengers Over 65 and Persons with Reduced Mobility

Passengers requiring assistance (e.g., wheelchair service) should ideally request this in advance via the respective airline. On the day of travel, you will receive help via your airline's Special Passenger Services.

Wheelchair Service

If you require a wheelchair due to reduced mobility or health reasons, please submit a request via your airline early on. Upon arrival at the airport, please contact your airline's Special Passenger Services counter.

More about the service  |  Contact for assistance needs

Special Parking Regulations

Designated parking spaces for passengers with disabilities are available in the car park. Depending on the regulations, discounts may be available – please check the conditions on the tariff page for this.

 

Rest & Short Breaks: Kepler Resting Units

Behind passport control, you will find the Kepler Sleep Cabins / Resting Units – featuring rest and sleeping pods, showers, lockers, and family rooms (for those who wish to relax together).

More about Kepler

Relaxation and services in the terminal

 

Baggage Services

For additional protection, you can have your luggage wrapped at wrapping stations (usually on the departures level). Additionally, a paid Porter Service (assistance with luggage transport) is available at the terminal entrances.

All baggage services  |  Luggage wrapping (FAQ)  |  Porter Service (FAQ)

Baggage services at the airport

 

Internet & Charging

Free Wi-Fi is available at the airport – helpful for checking boarding info, staying in touch with family, or bridging waiting times with children more easily.

Wi-Fi Information

Wi-Fi and charging options

 

Arrival & Transport

Metro (Line M4)

The airport is accessible by metro: The M4 line (Kadıköy – Sabiha Gökçen Airport) is in operation. The station has three entrances: (1) CIP Interior & Car Park, (2) Airport Hotel, (3) Terminal.

More about the Metro

HAVABUS Shuttle

HAVABUS connects SAW directly with central points of the city (Kadıköy and Taksim). Departures take place on the arrivals level near the terminal exits.

More about HAVABUS

Taxi

Taxis are available around the clock (24/7). Contact details for the airport taxi service can be found on the official site.

Taxi Contacts

Other Options

Furthermore, public bus lines, shuttle services (including HAVAIST on selected routes), and car rental providers are available.

All transport options

Transport options to the airport