Charter Abidjan to Istanbul privately from US$100,000, about 6h 19m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Abidjan (ABJ) to Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul to Abidjan — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Abidjan to Istanbul is roughly 5,151 kilometres — 3,201 miles, or 2,781 nautical miles.
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Expect US$100,000 – US$265,000 for a one-way charter between Abidjan and Istanbul, depending on the aircraft — a heavy jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Jet · rec. | 6h 19m | 5h 41m – 6h 57m | US$150,000 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 6h 19m | US$150,000 – US$200,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 6h 07m | US$165,000 – US$200,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 6h 07m | US$180,000 – US$200,000 | 13-16 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Abidjan–Istanbul charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. 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:
Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire: Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport.
Istanbul, Turkey: İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport and Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport.
| Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport | İstanbul Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | DIAP / ABJ | LTFM / IST |
| Longest hard runway | 9,843 ft | 13,451 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 21 ft | 325 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,343 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,739 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,565 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,789 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,643 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,539 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,267 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,839 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 4,913 ft spare |
5,926 km 513 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,943 ft spare |
6,400 km 39 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,151 ft spare |
7,220 km 781 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,403 ft spare |
7,400 km 961 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,543 ft spare |
7,800 km 1,361 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,053 ft spare |
7,400 km 961 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
14,260 km 7,821 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,043 ft spare |
11,112 km 4,673 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
12,960 km 6,521 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,043 ft spare |
11,945 km 5,506 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
2 further aircraft are omitted: they would need more than one fuel stop over 5,151 km.
Alternates within range: Alassane Ouattara Helipad · 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)
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Abidjan and Istanbul is built around your itinerary.
Those 6h 19m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$100,000 – US$265,000 range for Abidjan–Istanbul, confirmed once we check live availability.
Abidjan–Istanbul is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$100,000 – US$265,000 one-way — from a heavy jet (Challenger 605) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 6h 19m gate to gate over 5,151 km (3,201 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Heavy Jet. We lead with a heavy jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Abidjan–Istanbul 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.
Of course: Istanbul to Abidjan runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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