Empty-leg hub
LTFM — Istanbul Airport
TurkeyArnavutkoy, Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey is a two-way empty-leg hub with 750 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $37,400.
750 live empty legs involving LTFM
- Code
- LTFM
- Traffic
- 8.2/10
- Runways
- 5
- Longest
- 13,451 ft
- Live legs
- 750
Empty-leg demand
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 436 outbound and 314 inbound across 750 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at LTFM center on a median ask of $37,400, with an observed range of $6,200–$298,900 (750 priced listings).
Empty legs leaving LTFM concentrate toward RJTT, EGLL, KLAX.
Aircraft mix at LTFM is led by Bombardier Global Express XRS (Ultra Long Range) (133 legs), with Gulfstream GIV, Bombardier Global 6000 also active.
Key takeaways
- LTFM: 750 live empty legs (436 out / 314 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LTFM: $37,400 (n=750).
- Busiest corridor: to RJTT (30 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Global Express XRS (133 legs, ~18%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at LTFM creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 750 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 | RJTTTokyo Haneda International Airport | 30 | $280,500 |
| Outbound to | EGLLLondon Heathrow Airport | 16 | $58,200 |
| Outbound to | KLAXLos Angeles International Airport | 10 | $274,500 |
| Inbound from | EHAMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol | 9 | $44,700 |
| Inbound from | LFPGCharles de Gaulle International Airport | 8 | $48,450 |
| Outbound to | LFPGCharles de Gaulle International Airport | 8 | $47,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global Express XRS | Ultra Long Range | 133 |
| Gulfstream GIV | Heavy Jet | 127 |
| Bombardier Global 6000 | Ultra Long Range | 61 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 34 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 32 |
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 750 live empty-leg listings — 436 departing and 314 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LTFM?
The median ask at LTFM is $37,400 across 750 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 RJTT (Tokyo Haneda International Airport), with 30 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LTFM most often?
The Bombardier Global Express XRS, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at LTFM, with 133 live listings (~18% 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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