Car Rental at Istanbul Airport
Car rental at Istanbul Airport allows you to plan your transportation before your flight arrives. Enter your pick-up and return dates to compare available vehicle categories and choose a suitable option based on the number of passengers, luggage requirements and your travel plans in Istanbul.
Istanbul Airport is located in the Arnavutköy district on the European side of the city. Renting a car from the airport can be a practical option for business travellers, families, visitors planning to travel between several districts and passengers continuing from Istanbul to surrounding cities.
Benefits of Hiring a Car at Istanbul Airport
Istanbul has an extensive public transportation network, but the places you need to visit may be located in different districts or on opposite sides of the city. With a rental car, you can organise journeys to your hotel, business meetings and other destinations according to your own schedule.
When choosing a vehicle category, consider more than the rental price. The number of passengers, amount of luggage, rental period and planned routes should also influence your decision. Compact and economical cars may be suitable for city driving, while larger vehicle categories may provide more space for families, groups and passengers travelling with several suitcases.
Vehicle Pick-Up and Return Process
- Select Istanbul Airport (IST) as the pick-up location on the reservation form.
- Enter your flight number, expected arrival time and vehicle return details correctly.
- Compare the available vehicle categories and choose a suitable option.
- After confirmation, the meeting point and vehicle handover details will be shared with you.
- The vehicle will be inspected before the rental handover is completed.
Vehicle pick-up and return arrangements at Istanbul Airport are organised according to reservation confirmation, vehicle availability and operational planning. The exact meeting point, contact information and handover method will be communicated after your reservation is confirmed.
Selecting Istanbul Airport as the pick-up location does not automatically mean that Time Rent A Car has a permanent office or rental counter inside the terminal. Please check the handover instructions sent before your flight.
Flight Information and Delays
Providing the correct flight number during booking helps the team follow your expected arrival time and organise the vehicle handover. Please inform us as early as possible if your flight is delayed, cancelled or changed.
Passport control, baggage collection and leaving the terminal may take longer than expected. When selecting your pick-up time, allow sufficient time for the procedures you may need to complete after landing.
Destinations You Can Reach from Istanbul Airport
With a rental car from Istanbul Airport, you can travel to Arnavutköy, Başakşehir, Eyüpsultan, Sarıyer, Şişli, Beşiktaş, Beyoğlu, Fatih and other districts according to your own itinerary.
Depending on your travel plans, you can visit Sultanahmet and the Historic Peninsula, explore Taksim and Beyoğlu, travel along the Bosphorus or continue to districts on the Asian side. Traffic conditions in Istanbul can change significantly depending on the route and time of day, so allow sufficient time for meetings, flights and vehicle returns.
Delivery to a Hotel or Specified Address
You may request vehicle delivery to your hotel, workplace or another suitable address in Istanbul. Address delivery requests are evaluated according to the district, requested time, vehicle availability and operational planning.
An additional delivery or location fee may apply depending on the selected area. The confirmed delivery point and any applicable charges will be communicated before the reservation is finalised.
Returning the Vehicle to a Different Location
You may request to collect the vehicle at Istanbul Airport and return it at Sabiha Gökçen Airport, another Istanbul location or a service point in a different city. One-way car rental is subject to vehicle availability, the requested return point and operational approval.
An additional one-way fee may apply depending on the distance and selected return location. Choosing the correct pick-up and return locations during booking helps you review the total rental amount and possible additional charges in advance.
What to Know Before Booking
Please enter your flight number, pick-up and return times, passenger details, contact information and any special requests accurately. Requirements such as a child seat or an additional driver should be selected or communicated during the reservation process.
Vehicle photographs and model names may represent a vehicle category. The actual make, model, colour and certain equipment features of the supplied vehicle may vary depending on availability.
Select your travel dates to view Istanbul Airport car rental options, compare available vehicle categories and complete your reservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will I collect the vehicle at Istanbul Airport?
The meeting and vehicle handover point will be determined according to the confirmed reservation and operational plan. The exact location, contact details and handover instructions will be shared before your arrival.
Should I provide my flight number when booking?
Yes. The correct flight number helps the team follow your expected landing time and organise the vehicle handover.
What should I do if my flight is delayed?
Please inform the team as early as possible if your flight is delayed, cancelled or changed. The new handover time will be arranged according to vehicle availability and operational planning.
Can I return the vehicle at Sabiha Gökçen Airport?
A return at Sabiha Gökçen Airport or another location may be available subject to vehicle availability and operational approval. An additional one-way fee may apply.
Which vehicle category should I choose for Istanbul?
Compact and economical vehicles may be practical for a small number of passengers and city driving. Families, groups and passengers carrying several suitcases may prefer a larger vehicle category.