Fly private between Izmir and Istanbul from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Izmir (ADB) ⇄ Istanbul (IST) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Izmir and Istanbul lie approximately 358 km apart (222 mi / 193 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Izmir–Istanbul spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (TRY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 07m | 1h 00m – 1h 14m | ₺260,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | ₺300,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (TRY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 07m | ₺260,000 – ₺350,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 04m | ₺290,000 – ₺380,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (TRY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 54 min | ₺300,000 – ₺430,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 53 min | ₺340,000 – ₺480,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 52 min | ₺370,000 – ₺510,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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.
Charter pricing on Izmir–Istanbul moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Izmir, Turkey: Adnan Menderes International Airport, Kaklıç Airport and Selçuk Efes Airport.
Istanbul, Turkey: İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport and Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport.
| Adnan Menderes International Airport | İstanbul Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LTBJ / ADB | LTFM / IST |
| Longest hard runway | 10,630 ft | 13,451 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 412 ft | 325 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Izmir to Istanbul can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Adnan Menderes International Airport has 10,630 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. The leg is 358 km.
Alternates within range: Kaklıç Airport (9,844 ft, 30 km) · Selçuk Efes Airport (5,151 ft, 41 km) · NATO Land Allied Command Radio Station Helipad · İzmir Air Ambulance Center 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)
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Izmir–Istanbul quote requests within 60 minutes.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Izmir and Istanbul is built around your itinerary.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Izmir–Istanbul trip to about 1h 07m gate to gate.
Demand on Izmir–Istanbul comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 07m gate to gate across the 358 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Izmir–Istanbul departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Izmir–Istanbul charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Istanbul to Izmir runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
