Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul Airport (IST)
A single massive terminal building (one of the largest in the world) with five concourses (A, B, D, F international; G domestic) — no internal train between them, all connected on foot.
Terminals & airlines
- Single terminal, Concourses A/B/D/F/G
Before you depart
After you land
- Arrival gates are on Level 1; go down to Ground floor for immigration, baggage claim, and customs.
Accessibility & special assistance
Contact your airline at least 48 hours before travel to arrange wheelchair or mobility assistance. The terminal has elevators and ramps at all level changes, tactile floor strips, and accessible restrooms on every level.
- Wheelchair assistance — Request through your airline in advance.
- Accessible restrooms — Available on every level.
Floor guide
- Ground floorArrivals — immigration, baggage claim, customs
- Level 1Arrival gates
- Level 2Departures — check-in, security, boarding gates
- Level -2Bus station, some pick-up/drop-off
Ground transport
Taxi vs bus vs rail depends on group size, luggage, and traffic. Always verify prices at official desks or trusted apps.
Taxi
- Main taxi stands are outside the domestic and international exit doors — orange (cheapest), turquoise, and black (most expensive) taxis available.
Opens Uber with pickup set at IST. Availability, fares, and vehicle types vary by city—check the app for current options.
Bus
- Buses depart from the transportation floor (Level -2).
Metro
- M11 line connects to Gayrettepe, with onward connections to the wider Istanbul metro network.
Information is for planning only. Always confirm schedules and fares with the airport and operators before travel.