Turkey airport guide: SAW
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) eSIM guide: data from the arrivals hall
How to have mobile data working when you land at Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW): what to install at home, when to switch it on and which plan fits the first days.
Turkey eSIM plans
| Plan | Data | Validity | Networks (supplier listing) | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB Turkey | 1 GB | 7 days | Vodafone 5G, Türk Telekom 5G | €1.39 | Buy 1 GB |
| 3 GB Turkey | 3 GB | 15 days | Vodafone 5G, Türk Telekom 5G | €3.99 | Buy 3 GB |
| 5 GB Turkey | 5 GB | 30 days | Vodafone 5G | €6.99 | Buy 5 GB |
| 10 GB Turkey | 10 GB | 30 days | Vodafone 5G, Türk Telekom 5G | €9.99 | Buy 10 GB |
| 20 GB Turkey | 20 GB | 30 days | Vodafone 5G, Türk Telekom 5G | €22.99 | Buy 20 GB |
Flight arrivals
Check your airport's official board for today's flight times and confirm changes with your airline. Times are local to Turkey.
Airport terminals, arrivals exits and city connections
Install your eSIM on Wi-Fi before travelling. After landing in Turkey, select it for mobile data and turn on data roaming for the eSIM. Keep home-SIM data roaming off. Turkey plans list Vodafone 5G and Türk Telekom 5G; the 5 GB plan supports Vodafone only. Reception and 5G depend on your device and location.
| Airport | Terminal and exit | Enable mobile data | City connection and apps | Official information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabiha Gökçen Airport | Domestic and international arrivals in the terminal complex After baggage reclaim, follow the signs for Metro, Havabus and the licensed taxi rank. | Install your eSIM on Wi-Fi before travelling. After landing in Turkey, select it for mobile data and turn on data roaming for the eSIM. Keep home-SIM data roaming off. | M4 metro towards Kadıköy; Havabus coaches; licensed taxis. Google Maps for M4 and onward connections; Havabus for current coach stops. | Official Sabiha Gökçen Airport information |
About SAW for eSIM planning
Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) is the second Istanbul airport, alongside Istanbul Airport (IST). Check which airport your ticket names before you travel. Typical first stops are Sultanahmet, Beyoğlu, Galata and Kadıköy.
Before you fly
Check that the phone supports eSIM and is not carrier-locked, then buy the plan while you still have a stable connection. The QR code and activation details appear in your Volt Mobile account after verified payment and fulfillment.
Install the profile at home or in the departure lounge, label it Turkey, keep data roaming off for your home SIM and leave the eSIM line switched off until you land.
After landing at SAW
Switch the Turkey line on, set it for mobile data and wait for a Turkish network to appear. Use M4 metro or Havabus coaches from SAW. Check current stops and timetables before choosing your city connection.
Which plan to pick
The 1 GB plan lasts 7 days and suits a short stay with maps and messages. The 3 GB plan lasts 15 days. The 5 GB, 10 GB and 20 GB plans last 30 days. Turkey plans are data only: no Turkish phone number or calling allowance is included, and the free trial is available for Albania only.
Network and device information
Plan details updated 2026-10-17. Coverage and speeds vary by location and device. Check compatibility and save your transfer details before travelling.
Network names are the supplier listing per plan: 5 GB lists Vodafone 5G only; the others list Vodafone 5G and Türk Telekom 5G. Speed, signal and indoor coverage vary by place, building and device.
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