Charter Istanbul to Kars privately from US$19,000, about 1h 55m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Istanbul (IST) ⇄ Kars (KSY) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Istanbul and Kars is about 1,210 km (752 miles), or 653 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Istanbul–Kars spans US$19,000 – US$53,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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 (TRY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 55m | 1h 44m – 2h 07m | ₺880,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 47m | 1h 36m – 1h 58m | ₺1,220,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (TRY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 55m | ₺880,000 – ₺1,230,000 (~US$27,500 – US$38,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 54m | ₺980,000 – ₺1,360,000 (~US$30,500 – US$42,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 49m | ₺1,060,000 – ₺1,470,000 (~US$33,000 – US$46,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (TRY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 47m | ₺1,220,000 – ₺1,700,000 (~US$38,000 – US$53,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 47m | ₺1,340,000 – ₺1,870,000 (~US$42,000 – US$58,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 49m | ₺1,460,000 – ₺2,030,000 (~US$45,500 – US$63,500) | 9-12 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
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.
Kars, Turkey: Kars Airport and Shirak International Airport.
| İstanbul Airport | Kars Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LTFM / IST | LTCF / KSY |
| Longest hard runway | 13,451 ft | 11,483 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 325 ft | 5,889 ft |
Kars Airport is at 5,889 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
All 16 aircraft we quote for Istanbul to Kars can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. İstanbul Airport has 13,451 ft and Kars Airport 11,483 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. The leg is 1,210 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) · Shirak International Airport (10,564 ft, 66 km)
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Pets are welcome on every Istanbul–Kars charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Istanbul–Kars is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$19,000 – US$53,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 55m gate to gate over 1,210 km (752 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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 Istanbul–Kars charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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.
