Private charter between Aqaba and Istanbul starts at US$21,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Aqaba (AQJ) ⇄ Istanbul (IST) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Aqaba and Istanbul is about 1,415 km (879 miles), or 764 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Aqaba to Istanbul (and Istanbul to Aqaba) ranges from US$21,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$59,500 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
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 10m | 1h 57m – 2h 23m | US$31,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 02m | 1h 50m – 2h 14m | US$42,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 10m | US$31,000 – US$43,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 09m | US$34,000 – US$48,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 04m | US$37,000 – US$52,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 02m | US$42,500 – US$59,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 02m | US$47,000 – US$65,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 04m | US$51,000 – US$71,500 | 9-12 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Aqaba–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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Aqaba, Jordan: King Hussein International Airport, Taba International Airport and Ovda Airport.
Istanbul, Turkey: İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport and Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport.
| King Hussein International Airport | İstanbul Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OJAQ / AQJ | LTFM / IST |
| Longest hard runway | 9,855 ft | 13,451 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 175 ft | 325 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Aqaba to Istanbul can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. King Hussein International Airport has 9,855 ft and İstanbul Airport 13,451 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 1,415 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Taba International Airport (13,123 ft, 24 km) · Ovda Airport (9,843 ft, 37 km) · Ramon International Airport · Island East Heliport · 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)
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Aqaba–Istanbul when the time is right.
Those 2h 10m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
The Aqaba to Istanbul route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$21,500 – US$59,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 2h 10m gate to gate across the 1,415 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Aqaba–Istanbul charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Aqaba–Istanbul 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.
