Empty-leg hub
LTBA — Istanbul Ataturk Airport
TurkeyBakirkoy, Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (LTBA) in Bakirkoy, Istanbul, Turkey is an outbound empty-leg hub with 240 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $27,800.
240 live empty legs involving LTBA
Empty-leg demand
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (LTBA) in Bakirkoy, Istanbul, Turkey is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 200 of 240 live legs (83%) leave LTBA, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at LTBA are to EGLL (4), from EHAM (4), and from LCEN (4).
Priced empty legs at LTBA center on a median ask of $27,800, with an observed range of $1–$153,900 (240 priced listings).
Embraer Legacy 500 (Super Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at LTBA, accounting for about 75% of live inventory (181 of 240 legs).
Key takeaways
- LTBA: 240 live empty legs (200 out / 40 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LTBA: $27,800 (n=240).
- Busiest corridor: to EGLL (4 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Embraer Legacy 500 (181 legs, ~75%).
Outbound empty legs leaving LTBA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 240 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outbound to | EGLLLondon Heathrow Airport | 4 | $53,950 |
| Inbound from | EHAMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4 | $42,750 |
| Inbound from | LCENNicosia (Lefkosa) Ercan International Airport | 4 | $36,450 |
| Inbound from | LGMKMykonos Island National Airport | 4 | $19,800 |
| Outbound to | LGMKMykonos Island National Airport | 4 | $23,050 |
| Outbound to | OMDBDubai International Airport | 4 | $73,550 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Embraer Legacy 500 | Super Midsize Jet | 181 |
| Gulfstream G700 | Ultra Long Range | 14 |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Light Jet | 11 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 5 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 5 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- ISL
- ICAO
- LTBA
- City
- Bakirkoy, Istanbul
- Country
- Turkey
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 163 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 9,843 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.2 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- ataturkairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17L/35R | 9,843 ft | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
| 17R/35L | 9,843 ft | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
| 05/23 | 8,530 ft | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LTBA for empty legs?
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (LTBA) has 240 live empty-leg listings — 200 departing and 40 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LTBA?
The median ask at LTBA is $27,800 across 240 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LTBA?
The strongest live corridor at LTBA is to EGLL (London Heathrow Airport), with 4 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LTBA most often?
The Embraer Legacy 500, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LTBA, with 181 live listings (~75% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Istanbul Ataturk Airport?
The primary code for Istanbul Ataturk Airport is LTBA.
Where is LTBA airport located?
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (LTBA) is in Bakirkoy, Istanbul, Turkey.
What is the ICAO code for ISL?
The ICAO code for Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL) is LTBA.
What is the longest runway at LTBA?
The longest runway at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (LTBA) is 9,843 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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