Ferry Line
Maltepe - Islands
Maltepe ↔ Kınalıada
65.47₺
Payable with Istanbul Card
Arrives Every
1 hours and 30 minutes
Trip Duration
25 minutes
Number of Stops
5
Website
sehirhatlari.istanbul⚠️ MUST KNOW
- Service runs only in summer season
- Last return ferry departs at 19:30
- No service during severe weather conditions
- Istanbulkart accepted for payment 🎫
Route Breakdown
Maltepe → Büyükada (25 min) → Heybeliada (10 min) → Burgazada (8 min) → Kınalıada
Timetables 📅
Outbound from Maltepe
| Time Period | Departure Times |
| Morning 🌅 | 09:00, 11:00 |
| Afternoon 🌞 | 13:00, 15:00 |
| Evening 🌆 | 17:00 |
Return to Maltepe
| From Station | Morning Times | Evening Times |
| Kınalıada | 10:15, 12:15 | 16:15, 18:15 |
| Burgazada | 10:25, 12:25 | 16:25, 18:25 |
| Heybeliada | 10:35, 12:35 | 16:35, 18:35 |
| Büyükada | 10:45, 12:45 | 16:45, 18:45 |
Destination Highlights
- Büyükada: Car-free island, famous for historic mansions 🏰
- Heybeliada: Pine forests, naval academy, peaceful beaches 🌲
- Burgazada: Quaint fishing village, Sait Faik Museum 🎣
- Kınalıada: Rocky beaches, hiking trails, local restaurants 🏖️
Trip Planning
| Goal | Best Time |
| Beach day | Morning departure (9:00) |
| Photography | Afternoon return (16:45) |
| Restaurant visit | Lunch departure (13:00) |
| Avoid crowds | Weekday morning (11:00) |
| Sunset views | Evening return (18:45) |
💡 Pro Tips
- Buy return tickets in advance
- Bring water; island prices higher
- Bikes available for rent everywhere
- Right side best for photos
- Service frequency increases in summer

