Fly private between Istanbul and Sharm El Sheikh from US$23,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Istanbul (IST) to Sharm El Sheikh (SSH), and from Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) back to Istanbul (IST).
The straight-line distance between Istanbul and Sharm El Sheikh is about 1,566 km (973 miles), or 845 nautical miles.
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Expect US$23,500 – US$64,500 for a one-way charter between Istanbul and Sharm El Sheikh, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 21m | 2h 07m – 2h 35m | US$33,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 12m | 1h 59m – 2h 25m | US$46,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 21m | US$33,500 – US$47,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 20m | US$37,000 – US$51,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 15m | US$40,000 – US$56,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 12m | US$46,000 – US$64,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 12m | US$50,500 – US$71,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 15m | US$55,000 – US$77,500 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Charter pricing on Istanbul–Sharm El Sheikh moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Istanbul, Turkey: İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport and Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport.
Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt: Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.
| İstanbul Airport | Sharm El Sheikh International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LTFM / IST | HESH / SSH |
| Longest hard runway | 13,451 ft | 10,108 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 325 ft | 191 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. İstanbul Airport has 13,451 ft and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport 10,108 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,566 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: İstanbul Atatürk Airport (8,530 ft, 35 km) · Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (11,614 ft, 64 km) · Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport (9,844 ft, 70 km) · İstanbul Hezarfen Airfield (1,755 ft, 25 km) · Multinational Force and Observers South Camp Heliport · Helicopter Emergency Landing Zone No. 1 · Helicopter Emergency Landing Zone No. 2 · Helicopter Emergency Landing Zone No. 3
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Istanbul–Sharm El Sheikh sector leaves when you do.
Demand on Istanbul–Sharm El Sheikh comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$23,500 – US$64,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 21m gate to gate across the 1,566 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Istanbul–Sharm El Sheikh departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Istanbul–Sharm El Sheikh charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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