Empty-leg hub
LTFJ — Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
TurkeyPendik, Istanbul
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (LTFJ) in Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey is an outbound empty-leg hub with 1,690 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $28,100.
1690 live empty legs involving LTFJ
Empty-leg demand
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (LTFJ) in Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 1,262 of 1,690 live legs (75%) leave LTFJ, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at LTFJ are to LOWW (60), from OMDB (58), and from LGKO (49).
Priced empty legs at LTFJ center on a median ask of $28,100, with an observed range of $4,330–$276,800 (1,690 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at LTFJ is led by Embraer Praetor 600 (Super Midsize Jet) (758 legs), with Embraer Legacy 500, Hawker 125-600 also active.
Key takeaways
- LTFJ: 1,690 live empty legs (1,262 out / 428 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LTFJ: $28,100 (n=1,690).
- Busiest corridor: to LOWW (60 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Embraer Praetor 600 (758 legs, ~45%).
Outbound empty legs leaving LTFJ creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 1,690 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 | LOWWVienna International Airport | 60 | $27,300 |
| Inbound from | OMDBDubai International Airport | 58 | $75,400 |
| Inbound from | LGKOKos Airport | 49 | $18,300 |
| Outbound to | LGKOKos Airport | 31 | $18,500 |
| Outbound to | UDYZZvartnots International Airport | 28 | $25,000 |
| Outbound to | LEALAlicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport | 26 | $44,700 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Embraer Praetor 600 | Super Midsize Jet | 758 |
| Embraer Legacy 500 | Super Midsize Jet | 210 |
| Hawker 125-600 | Midsize Jet | 78 |
| Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Super Midsize Jet | 42 |
| Bombardier Challenger 601 | Heavy Jet | 35 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- SAW
- ICAO
- LTFJ
- City
- Pendik, Istanbul
- Country
- Turkey
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 312 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 11,614 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.3 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- sgairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06R/24L | 11,614 ft | 197 ft | CON | No |
| 06L/24R | 9,843 ft | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LTFJ for empty legs?
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (LTFJ) has 1,690 live empty-leg listings — 1,262 departing and 428 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LTFJ?
The median ask at LTFJ is $28,100 across 1,690 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LTFJ?
The strongest live corridor at LTFJ is to LOWW (Vienna International Airport), with 60 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LTFJ most often?
The Embraer Praetor 600, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LTFJ, with 758 live listings (~45% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport?
The primary code for Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is LTFJ.
Where is LTFJ airport located?
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (LTFJ) is in Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey.
What is the ICAO code for SAW?
The ICAO code for Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is LTFJ.
What is the longest runway at LTFJ?
The longest runway at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (LTFJ) is 11,614 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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