Empty-leg hub
LTFM — Istanbul Airport
TurkeyArnavutkoy, Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey is a two-way empty-leg hub with 1,240 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $45,300.
1240 live empty legs involving LTFM
Empty-leg demand
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 531 outbound and 709 inbound across 1,240 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at LTFM center on a median ask of $45,300, with an observed range of $12,700–$298,900 (1,240 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at LTFM are to EETN (48), from UTTT (40), and from EGLC (37).
Aircraft mix at LTFM is led by Embraer Legacy 500 (Super Midsize Jet) (192 legs), with Dassault Falcon 7X, Cessna Citation Sovereign also active.
Key takeaways
- LTFM: 1,240 live empty legs (531 out / 709 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LTFM: $45,300 (n=1,240).
- Busiest corridor: to EETN (48 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Embraer Legacy 500 (192 legs, ~15%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at LTFM creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 1,240 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 | EETNLennart Meri Tallinn Airport | 48 | $56,150 |
| Inbound from | UTTTTashkent International Airport | 40 | $79,500 |
| Inbound from | EGLCLondon City Airport | 37 | $49,200 |
| Inbound from | OMDBDubai International Airport | 36 | $98,950 |
| Inbound from | EHAMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol | 34 | $46,500 |
| Inbound from | EBBRBrussels Airport | 33 | $43,700 |
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 | 192 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 58 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 43 |
| Hawker 125-600 | Midsize Jet | 34 |
| Dassault Falcon 8X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 31 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- IST
- ICAO
- LTFM
- City
- Arnavutkoy, Istanbul
- Country
- Turkey
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 325 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Region
- Europe
- Runways
- 5
- Longest runway
- 13,451 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.2 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- igairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17L/35R | 13,451 ft | 196 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 17R/35L | 13,451 ft | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 16L/34R | 12,303 ft | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 16R/34L | 12,303 ft | 196 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 18/36 | 10,039 ft | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LTFM for empty legs?
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) has 1,240 live empty-leg listings — 531 departing and 709 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LTFM?
The median ask at LTFM is $45,300 across 1,240 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LTFM?
The strongest live corridor at LTFM is to EETN (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport), with 48 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LTFM most often?
The Embraer Legacy 500, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LTFM, with 192 live listings (~15% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Istanbul Airport?
The primary code for Istanbul Airport is LTFM.
Where is LTFM airport located?
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) is in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey.
What is the ICAO code for IST?
The ICAO code for Istanbul Airport (IST) is LTFM.
What is the longest runway at LTFM?
The longest runway at Istanbul Airport (LTFM) is 13,451 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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