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Private Jet Charter London to Istanbul

Compare London to Istanbul private jet costs, aircraft and airports. Plan Farnborough or Luton departures with indicative pricing and practical arrival advice.

Distance2,499 km
Estimated flight time4h 00m
From£36,000
Best classSuper-midsize

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Aircraft options and pricing

London to Istanbul by class

For London to Istanbul, start by comparing a midsize with a super-midsize rather than choosing the smallest aircraft that can cover the map distance. The super-midsize is our planning recommendation for a party that values cabin space, luggage capacity and flexibility in the approved routing. Ask for the exact aircraft model and usable baggage volume, not just a class label. The figures below are in pounds sterling and cover one-way use of the whole aircraft.

Indicative planning guide, not a live flight offer. Aircraft examples do not imply availability. Non-stop capability, operator eligibility, pricing and flight times require confirmation for the selected aircraft and travel date.

Class
Non-stop potential
Typical aircraft
Price
Midsize jet
Midsize jet
For a smaller party, subject to aircraft-specific payload, routing and reserve calculations.
Subject to plan
Citation Latitude, Praetor 500
£28,000 to £39,000
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Super-midsize
Super-midsize Best value
Recommended comparison for additional cabin space and operational flexibility.
Subject to plan
Citation Longitude, Praetor 600, Challenger 350
£36,000 to £52,000
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Heavy jet
Heavy jet
A larger cabin choice; ask how the seating and luggage layout fits the actual party.
Subject to plan
Challenger 650, Falcon 2000LXS, Legacy 650
£49,000 to £69,000
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Which airport where

Departure and arrival options

London → Istanbul · 2,499 km · 4h 00m

London departures

FAB
Farnborough

Use Farnborough as the first comparison for a dedicated business-airport departure. Its published hours are 07:00 to 22:00 Monday to Friday and 08:00 to 20:00 on weekends and bank holidays, with Christmas Day and Boxing Day closed. Confirm the date-specific operating window before fixing a late return.

Farnborough private aviation terminal
LTN
London Luton

Compare Luton when the passenger address or aircraft positioning makes it more practical. The nominated handler, slots, parking and any night restrictions must be confirmed for the actual flight; a different London airport can change both the transfer and the charter price.

Operator-appointed business aviation handler

Istanbul arrivals

IST
Istanbul Airport

This guide uses IST, the airport identified as LTFM in the airport dataset, as its planning destination. ExecuJet lists business-aviation handling, customs and immigration assistance, permits and slots here. Ask for the named handling meeting point rather than travelling to an airline check-in counter.

ExecuJet / Bilen Air Services handling
SAW
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Request a separate SAW comparison if the destination address is on the Asian side of Istanbul. Do not treat it as an automatic substitution for IST: handling, airport permission, aircraft positioning and the road transfer need to be planned together.

Pre-arranged business aviation handling
Fleet options

Aircraft classes for this route

Same fleet lineup we quote from every day. London to Istanbul is best flown in a Super-midsize.

Cessna Citation Latitude midsize jet in flight Midsize jet

Stand-up cabin, longer legs

Stand-up cabin, real luggage capacity, transcontinental US-capable.

Rangeup to 5 hr · 4,600 km
Max passengers9
Citation Latitude, Praetor 600
from €5,400/hr
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Bombardier Challenger 350 super-midsize jet on the ramp Super-midsize

Transcontinental range

Coast-to-coast US or London to Dubai without a fuel stop, at Mach 0.83.

Rangeup to 7 hr · 6,500 km
Max passengers10
Challenger 350, Longitude
from €7,200/hr
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Gulfstream G550 heavy jet on final approach Heavy jet

Full galley, private stateroom

Wide cabin, full galley, forward and aft lavatories, up to 16 seats in club configuration.

Rangeup to 12 hr · 11,000 km
Max passengers14
Gulfstream G550, Global 6000
from €11,800/hr
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Good to know

Operational details for London → Istanbul

Planning reference: Farnborough published operating hours. Check the current publication before travel.

Explore the destination guides: London and Istanbul.

FAQ

Common questions on this route

How much is a private jet from London to Istanbul?
For the recommended super-midsize comparison, budget approximately £36,000 to £52,000 one way for the whole aircraft. These are JetAlto editorial estimates in GBP, not live inventory or a binding fare. The final offer depends on aircraft positioning, the exact airports and travel date, passenger and baggage load, handling, crew arrangements and the confirmed operating plan.
How long is a private flight from London to Istanbul?
Use around 4h 00m as a nominal planning estimate, not a guaranteed schedule. The 2,499 km map distance is measured between city coordinates rather than along the final flight plan. Airport choice, winds, routing and ground movement can alter block time. Add the passenger report time and both ground transfers when comparing the complete journey.
Which Istanbul airport should I choose?
Start with the address you need to reach and any onward travel, then compare a fully specified IST or SAW itinerary. This page uses IST as the baseline, but an Asian-side destination may justify asking for SAW. The named handler and road transfer should be written into the confirmation. A city-only airport description is not enough to compare two offers.
Can a midsize jet fly London to Istanbul without stopping?
It may be suitable, but there is no blanket guarantee for every aircraft sold as midsize. The operator needs the exact model, passenger and baggage load, departure weather, reserves and approved route. A super-midsize comparison provides an alternative when those factors make the smaller aircraft less attractive. Confirm whether the actual quotation includes a fuel stop.
Can I return to London after an evening meeting?
Possibly, provided the complete itinerary fits the chosen London airport hours and crew duty limits. Farnborough publishes a 22:00 weekday closing time and 20:00 on weekends and bank holidays. Do not assume a late meeting can simply overrun without changing the flight. Request the latest workable departure from Istanbul and an alternative plan before booking.
Can I use this guide for Istanbul to London?
Yes, as a planning comparison, not a promise of the same price in reverse. Aircraft availability, positioning and entry arrangements must be checked for the actual departure direction. A return or multi-city itinerary should be quoted as a whole. An empty leg is an optional, date-specific opportunity, never assumed inventory.