Search Flights from Gdansk to Istanbul
Approximate Travel Distance | Approximate Flight Duration | Popular Airlines | Popular Airport |
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1,651
Km
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2 hour
| Istanbul Airport |
Transportation to Gdansk Airport from the City Center
In Gdansk city, it is possible to get to Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport from the central stations and elsewhere in 30-35 minutes by train, bus or tram. If you prefer a faster and more comfortable means of transportation, there are taxi and car rental companies from which you can get a service during day or night.
Train
It is very easy and economical to reach the airport by buses and trams as well as express and regional trains. One of the last three stops of the SKM trains in yellow or blue color is Gdansk Glowny central railway station. You can go to the airport in 30-40 minutes by a train leaving this station in the heart of the city. You can also arrive by using the Gdansk-Wrzessez and Gdansk city center - Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport trains, which depart every 15 minutes.
Bus
It is very affordable to use the Gdansk buses in your trip from the city center to the Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport. There are frequent bus stops in the city, and you can get your ticket from vending machines which have an English language option. The tickets you will buy in Gdansk, where there are different tariffs, will be valid in buses, trams and trains. You can choose the ticket fare that suits you best among alternatives such as single-use ticket and tickets valid for 1 hour, 12 hours, and 24 hours. Currently, the single-use ticket costs 3.20 Zlotys, while the 1 hour ticket costs 3.80 Zlotys. There are direct buses to the Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport from the Dworzec PKS station (directly opposite the main railway station), the main bus station in the city.
There are also buses to the airport departing from two major train stations and other central points in the city. The bus number 210, which has two different routes, goes directly to the Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport from both the central bus station and the train stations. Taking bus number 210, which departs every 30 minutes during the week and every 60 minutes on weekends, is the most practical way to get to the airport. You have to pay 3 Zlotys to take this bus.
If you will be travelling at night, you should use the N3 night bus which has the same route as 210. You can reach Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport in maximum 40 minutes. Other than that, 120 and 4A buses have similar stops with 210 lines. The bus number 122 from the Sopot Kamienny Potok district of Gdansk and the bus 110 from the Wrzeszcz train station are other alternatives that can be taken to get to the airport.
Tram
In Gdansk, where two types of trams, old and new, are serving, the new trams are regularly taking passengers from the city center to the airport. The tram you can use as a transit can be a practical means of transportation to get to Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport because almost all of the tram lines pass through the city.
Taxi
Taxis are no doub the most preferred means of transport in Gdansk. But it's a good idea to make sure that the taxi driver is using a taximeter because of the widespread pirate taxiing in town. Taxi fares in Gdansk start at 7 Polish Zlotys. Then they charge a fee of 2.5 Zlotys per kilometer. The average cost of arriving by taxi to Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport from the city center is 80 Zloty.
Car Rental
It is practical and cheap to go Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport, which is only 16 kilometers away from the city, by renting a car. It is possible to arrive at the airport in 20-25 minutes. Some of the domestic and foreign car rental companies located in the central regions of the city are Budget / Avis, Express, Panek, Enterprise, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty, Joka, Easy Terra Car Rental and Sixt. Once you have rented your car, you need to travel along the express way S6 (E8) which shortens the distance between Gdansk city center and Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport.
Airport Information
Gdansk Airport, also known as Lech Walesa, is located 16 kilometers west of Gdansk city center. There are VIP and rest rooms where you can spend time while waiting for your flight at the airport which has three terminals in total. In addition, there are facilities such as currency exchange, ATMs and banking facilities. In the cafés and restaurants you can taste local Polish dishes. In addition, free internet access is available at the airport, where travel agencies and car rental companies serve 24/7.
Last Updated: 17 Jul 2017
Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport
You can get to the city center from the Sabiha Gökçen Airport using the TEM highway and following the exit and street signs. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. If you want to leave your car at the airport there is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot. There are also some private parking facilities located around the airport.
Taxi
The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city center from Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. If you’re in a hurry and don’t want to lose time we suggest taking a taxi to a certain point and then transferring to the metro or metrobus. This way you can avoid traffic, even during rush hour.
Havabus
The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadikoy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.
Marmaray
The Marmaray is a faster alternative for those living on the European side in particular. You can take a taxi or bus to the Kartal metro stop, then get on the metro and continue in the Kadıköy direction. Get off at Ayrılık Çeşmesi and transfer to the Marmaray where you can cross to the European side of the city at the Yenikapı station. From Yenikapı, which is a major station for the metro, buses, and ferries, you can reach many central locations on the European side of the city. Sea buses and ferries to various places in the Marmara Region like Bandırma, Yalova, Avşa, Bursa and Çınarcık depart from the Yenikapı İDO pier. Moreover, you can travel with your vehicle on the ferries.
Bus
You can get to the city center from Sabiha Gökçen Airport by bus.
Lines that operate between the airport and central locations in the city are as follows: E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.
By getting off at the Kadiköy or Bostanci piers you can take a boat to Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands, like Buyukada, Heybeliada, Burgazada and Kinaliada.
Metro
From the airport you can take a bus or taxi to the Kartal metro station and get on the Kadikoy-Kaynarca line in the Kadikoy direction.
Rental Cars
You can get to the city center by renting a car from various rental agencies at the airport. You can also return your rental vehicle to rental agencies located in the city. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making your reservation.
Istanbul Airport
You can get to the city center from Atatürk Airport, located on the European side of Istanbul, by taxi, airport shuttles, metro, bus, private transportation services or your personal car. The most important factor to consider when picking your means of transportation to reach the city center is the traffic. Using alternative means of transportation, like a combination of taxi, metro or metrobus, during rush hour will save time.
Taxi
The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city center from Atatürk Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. If you’re in a hurry and don’t want to lose time we suggest taking a taxi to a certain point and then transferring to the metro or metrobus. This way you can avoid traffic, even during rush hour. Some taxis accept credit card payments. If you want to pay using your credit card make sure to indicate this before hand to the driver and get in a vehicle that accepts credit card payments.
Havabus
The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Atatürk Airport and central locations in the city. The Havatas shuttles provide service to and from Taksim and Yenikapi IDO Pier every 30 minutes.
Bus
You can use public buses to get to the city center from Atatürk Airport. Using the istanbulkart (smart card for fare payment), this is the most economical alternative. From the airport you can use the TH-1 bus to get to Taksim and the YH-1 bus to get to Yenikapi. From Taksim and Yenikapi you can transfer to the metro to reach other central districts.
Metro
One of the fastest alternatives to get to the city center is by metro. Using the metro station that is located in the airport you can easily reach various parts of the city like Yenikapı, Aksaray, Fatih, Topkapı, and Esenler. If you’re planning on continuing your journey to a different city by bus, the metro goes to the Esenler Bus Station.
Rental Cars
You can get to the city center by renting a car from rental agencies such as AVIS, Budget, or Europcar both at the airport or various locations in the city like Beşiktaş, Taksim, Kadıköy, Bostancı and Bakırköy. You can also return your rental vehicle to the offices of the aforementioned companies located in the city. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making your reservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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For Gdansk-Istanbul flights, you can use Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Gdansk-Istanbul is 1650 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour .
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Gdansk-Istanbul flights is Wednesday.
