Empty-leg hub
LTFM — Istanbul Airport
TurkeyArnavutkoy, Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey is an outbound empty-leg hub with 211 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $27,600.
211 live empty legs involving LTFM
- Code
- LTFM
- Traffic
- 8.2/10
- Runways
- 5
- Longest
- 13,451 ft
- Live legs
- 211
Empty-leg demand
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 173 of 211 live legs (82%) leave LTFM, according to EmptyJet.
Repositioning into LTFM is concentrated from KHSE, KMRH, CYHU.
Priced empty legs at LTFM center on a median ask of $27,600, with an observed range of $8,321–$156,600 (211 priced listings).
Embraer Legacy 500 (Super Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at LTFM, accounting for about 82% of live inventory (172 of 211 legs).
Key takeaways
- LTFM: 211 live empty legs (173 out / 38 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LTFM: $27,600 (n=211).
- Busiest corridor: from KHSE (2 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Embraer Legacy 500 (172 legs, ~82%).
Outbound empty legs leaving LTFM creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 211 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inbound from | KHSEBilly Mitchell Airport | 2 | $138,550 |
| Inbound from | KMRHMichael J. Smith Field | 2 | $146,250 |
| Inbound from | CYHUMontreal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport | 1 | $107,200 |
| Inbound from | CZBMBromont (Roland Desourdy) Airport | 1 | $106,600 |
| Inbound from | EBAWAntwerp International Airport (Deurne) | 1 | $16,600 |
| Inbound from | EBBRBrussels Airport | 1 | $16,600 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Embraer Legacy 500 | Super Midsize Jet | 172 |
| Gulfstream G700 | Ultra Long Range | 14 |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Light Jet | 11 |
| Bombardier Global 5000 | Ultra Long Range | 7 |
| Bombardier Global Express XRS | Ultra Long Range | 3 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- IST
- ICAO
- LTFM
- City
- Arnavutkoy, Istanbul
- Country
- Turkey
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 325 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Region
- Europe
- Runways
- 5
- Longest runway
- 13,451 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.2 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- igairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17L/35R | 13,451 ft | 196 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 17R/35L | 13,451 ft | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 16L/34R | 12,303 ft | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 16R/34L | 12,303 ft | 196 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 18/36 | 10,039 ft | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LTFM for empty legs?
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) has 211 live empty-leg listings — 173 departing and 38 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LTFM?
The median ask at LTFM is $27,600 across 211 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LTFM?
The strongest live corridor at LTFM is from KHSE (Billy Mitchell Airport), with 2 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LTFM most often?
The Embraer Legacy 500, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LTFM, with 172 live listings (~82% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Istanbul Airport?
The primary code for Istanbul Airport is LTFM.
Where is LTFM airport located?
Istanbul Airport (LTFM) is in Arnavutkoy, Istanbul, Turkey.
What is the ICAO code for IST?
The ICAO code for Istanbul Airport (IST) is LTFM.
What is the longest runway at LTFM?
The longest runway at Istanbul Airport (LTFM) is 13,451 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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