Empty-leg hub
LTFM — Istanbul Airport
TurkeyArnavutkoy, Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey is an outbound empty-leg hub with 2,512 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $28,300.
2512 live empty legs involving LTFM
Empty-leg demand
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 2,045 of 2,512 live legs (81%) leave LTFM, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at LTFM are to ZSSS (60), to LGKO (51), and from UBBB (40).
Priced empty legs at LTFM center on a median ask of $28,300, with an observed range of $7,049–$298,900 (2,512 priced listings).
Embraer Praetor 600 (Super Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at LTFM, accounting for about 54% of live inventory (1,364 of 2,512 legs).
Key takeaways
- LTFM: 2,512 live empty legs (2,045 out / 467 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LTFM: $28,300 (n=2,512).
- Busiest corridor: to ZSSS (60 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Embraer Praetor 600 (1,364 legs, ~54%).
Outbound empty legs leaving LTFM creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 2,512 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 | ZSSSShanghai Hongqiao International Airport | 60 | $155,100 |
| Outbound to | LGKOKos Airport | 51 | $19,400 |
| Inbound from | UBBBHeydar Aliyev International Airport | 40 | $43,900 |
| Outbound to | RJTTTokyo Haneda International Airport | 30 | $280,500 |
| Outbound to | LEIBIbiza Airport | 27 | $47,700 |
| Outbound to | LGRPDiagoras Airport | 26 | $21,350 |
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 | 1364 |
| Embraer Legacy 500 | Super Midsize Jet | 202 |
| Hawker 125-600 | Midsize Jet | 113 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 53 |
| Dassault Falcon 8X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 35 |
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 2,512 live empty-leg listings — 2,045 departing and 467 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LTFM?
The median ask at LTFM is $28,300 across 2,512 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 ZSSS (Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport), with 60 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LTFM most often?
The Embraer Praetor 600, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LTFM, with 1,364 live listings (~54% 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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