Empty-leg hub
LTFJ — Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
TurkeyPendik, Istanbul
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (LTFJ) in Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey is a two-way empty-leg hub with 813 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $38,400.
813 live empty legs involving LTFJ
- Code
- LTFJ
- Traffic
- 8.3/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 11,614 ft
- Live legs
- 813
Empty-leg demand
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (LTFJ) in Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 359 outbound and 454 inbound across 813 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at LTFJ center on a median ask of $38,400, with an observed range of $13,100–$213,900 (813 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at LTFJ are from LEMD (124), from EGLL (52), and to UUWW (36).
Aircraft mix at LTFJ is led by Gulfstream GIV (Heavy Jet) (180 legs), with Bombardier Global 6000, Cessna Citation Sovereign also active.
Key takeaways
- LTFJ: 813 live empty legs (359 out / 454 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LTFJ: $38,400 (n=813).
- Busiest corridor: from LEMD (124 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream GIV (180 legs, ~22%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at LTFJ creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 813 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inbound from | LEMDAdolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport | 124 | $52,650 |
| Inbound from | EGLLLondon Heathrow Airport | 52 | $50,450 |
| Outbound to | UUWWVnukovo International Airport | 36 | $79,900 |
| Inbound from | LHBPBudapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport | 34 | $25,700 |
| Inbound from | LIMCMilan Malpensa International Airport | 15 | $36,000 |
| Outbound to | UBBBHeydar Aliyev International Airport | 14 | $49,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream GIV | Heavy Jet | 180 |
| Bombardier Global 6000 | Ultra Long Range | 79 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 19 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 17 |
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Super Midsize Jet | 16 |
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 813 live empty-leg listings — 359 departing and 454 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LTFJ?
The median ask at LTFJ is $38,400 across 813 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 from LEMD (Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport), with 124 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LTFJ most often?
The Gulfstream GIV, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LTFJ, with 180 live listings (~22% 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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