Private charter between Istanbul and Mazar-i-Sharif starts at US$59,500 aboard a super midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Istanbul (IST) to Mazar-i-Sharif (MZR) and Mazar-i-Sharif to Istanbul — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Istanbul to Mazar-i-Sharif is roughly 3,337 kilometres — 2,073 miles, or 1,802 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Istanbul–Mazar-i-Sharif spans US$59,500 – US$154,000: from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the entry level to a heavy jet (Challenger 605) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. It seats 12-16 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 14m | 3h 49m – 4h 39m | US$81,000 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 14m | 3h 49m – 4h 39m | US$110,000 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 14m | US$81,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 14m | US$89,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 20m | US$97,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 14m | US$110,000 – US$154,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 06m | US$121,000 – US$169,500 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 06m | US$132,000 – US$185,000 | 13-16 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Istanbul, Turkey: İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport and Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport.
Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan: Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport and Termez Airport.
| İstanbul Airport | Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LTFM / IST | OAMS / MZR |
| Longest hard runway | 13,451 ft | 9,843 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 325 ft | 1,284 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,643 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,992 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 6,943 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,762 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,343 ft spare |
3,700 km 472 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,565 ft spare |
3,650 km 522 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,643 ft spare |
3,900 km 272 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,267 ft spare |
4,600 km 428 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 4,913 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,754 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,943 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,228 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,151 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,048 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,403 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,228 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,543 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,628 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,053 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,228 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,088 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,043 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,940 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,788 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,043 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,773 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
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) · Termez Airport (9,843 ft, 65 km)
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Istanbul–Mazar-i-Sharif quote requests within 60 minutes.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Istanbul–Mazar-i-Sharif when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Istanbul and Mazar-i-Sharif.
Istanbul–Mazar-i-Sharif is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$59,500 – US$154,000 one-way — from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 4h 14m gate to gate over 3,337 km (2,073 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a super midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Istanbul–Mazar-i-Sharif departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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