Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Istanbul IGA ➔ Malte
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~910 km
Average flight time
~1h 07m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Istanbul IGA and Malte aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Sector LTFM – LMML is 1,375 km of direct routing, flown in 2h01 on a Citation XLS+. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Malta International (3544 m runway). Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Istanbul Airport (LTFM)
Istanbul Airport (LTFM / IST) is a major business field at 41.26°N / 28.74°E, Turkey. Runway: 4100 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: IGA General Aviation Terminal. Helicopter link: Bosphore / Bebek.
Malta International (LMML)
Malta International (LMML / MLA) is a major business field at 35.86°N / 14.48°E, Malta. Runway: 3544 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Sky Parks Executive Malta. Helicopter link: La Valette / Gozo.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,375 km · 743 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h01
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- IGA General Aviation Terminal — Istanbul Airport (LTFM / IST)
- Arrival FBO
- Sky Parks Executive Malta — Malta International (LMML / MLA)
- Departure runway
- 4100 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3544 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- La Valette / Gozo
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Turquie → Malte: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul IGA to Malte?
About 2h01 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,375 km great-circle between LTFM and LMML.
Which aircraft suits Istanbul IGA → Malte?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3544 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Istanbul Airport?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from IGA General Aviation Terminal.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Turquie → Malte: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

