Private charter between Istanbul and Madinah starts at US$29,500 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Istanbul (IST) to Madinah (MED), and from Madinah (MED) back to Istanbul (IST).
Istanbul and Madinah lie approximately 2,119 km apart (1,316 mi / 1,144 nm) on a direct routing.
From US$29,500 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Istanbul–Madinah spans US$29,500 – US$80,500: 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. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 03m | 2h 45m – 3h 21m | US$42,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 50m | 2h 33m – 3h 07m | US$57,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 03m | US$42,000 – US$59,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 01m | US$46,000 – US$65,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 54m | US$50,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 50m | US$57,500 – US$80,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 50m | US$63,500 – US$88,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 54m | US$69,000 – US$96,500 | 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.
Charter pricing on Istanbul–Madinah 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.
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.
Madinah, Saudi Arabia: Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport.
| İstanbul Airport | Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LTFM / IST | OEMA / MED |
| Longest hard runway | 13,451 ft | 14,222 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 325 ft | 2,151 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | 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) · Bosporus Hotel
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.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 3h 03m to your destination. That's the full journey.
The Istanbul to Madinah route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$29,500 – US$80,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 03m in the air over 2,119 km (1,316 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Istanbul–Madinah charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Istanbul–Madinah charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Madinah to Istanbul runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
