Car Rental at Istanbul Airport (IST)
Meet & greet in arrivals, 24/7. All-inclusive prices from €19/day, no airport surcharge.
Istanbul Airport (IST) car rental: Rentovaro meets you in the arrivals hall 24/7, tracks your flight and hands over the car in the terminal car park. Prices from €19/day, including insurance, VAT and unlimited mileage, with no airport surcharge.
Istanbul Airport (IST) is Turkey's main international hub, on the European side about 40 km north-west of Taksim and Sultanahmet. Most long-haul and European flights land here.
How pick-up works at IST
- Send us your flight number when you book.
- After baggage claim, find our staff holding a name board in arrivals.
- Walk to the car park, check the car together and sign the short contract (5-10 minutes).
- Drive away. Return the car at the same spot, 24/7.
Driving times from Istanbul Airport
| To | Distance | Driving time |
|---|---|---|
| Taksim | 40 km | ~50 min |
| Sultanahmet | 50 km | ~60 min |
| Bursa | 235 km | ~2 h 45 min |
| Ankara | 450 km | ~4 h 45 min |
Tips for IST arrivals
- The drive to the historic peninsula takes 45-70 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid 07:30-10:00 and 17:00-20:00 if you can.
- The North Marmara Motorway (O-7) and the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge are toll roads; your car's HGS tag pays automatically.
- Heading to Asia, Bursa or Ankara? Leaving straight from the airport via the northern motorway avoids city-centre traffic.
Prices at IST
| Car class | Low season (Nov-Mar) | Peak (Jul-Aug) | Weekly rate (per day, low season) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Fiat Egea, Renault Clio, Hyundai i20 | €19 | €32 | €16 |
| Compact Automatic Toyota Corolla, Renault Megane, Peugeot 308 | €26 | €42 | €22 |
| SUV Peugeot 3008, Nissan Qashqai, Dacia Duster | €38 | €65 | €32 |
| Minivan & 9-Seater Citroën Berlingo, VW Caddy, Ford Tourneo | €45 | €85 | €38 |
| Premium & Electric Mercedes C-Class, BMW 3 Series, Tesla Model Y, Togg T10X | €70 | €140 | €60 |
Indicative "from" prices, last updated 2026-11-11. Final price depends on dates, availability and rental length.
Staying in Istanbul? See our car rental in Istanbul page for hotel delivery and local driving tips.
IST car rental: FAQ
Where do I collect my rental car at Istanbul Airport?
Our staff meet you in the IST arrivals hall with a name board, then walk you to your car in the airport car park. There is no shuttle bus and no queue at a desk.
What happens if my flight to IST is delayed?
We track your flight number and wait for you at no extra cost. Late-night and early-morning arrivals are covered 24/7.
How much is car rental at Istanbul Airport?
Prices at IST start from €19 per day for an economy car in the low season, €26 for a compact automatic and €38 for an SUV, with insurance, VAT and unlimited mileage included. There is no airport surcharge.
Can I return the car at IST at night?
Yes. Returns are possible 24/7. Tell us your departure time and we will meet you at the terminal car park.
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