Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Istanbul ➔ Samedan
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~7,160 km
Average flight time
~8h 44m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Istanbul and Samedan 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
Istanbul → Samedan: 1,636 km, 2h20 block time, departing Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA) and arriving Engadin Samedan (LSZS). The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Istanbul Atatürk (3000 m) and alternate fuel are validated. A helicopter connection to St. Moritz (direct) can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA)
Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA / ISL) is a major business field at 40.98°N / 28.81°E, Turkey. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: TAV Private. Helicopter link: Centre Istanbul / Bosphore.
Engadin Samedan (LSZS)
Engadin Samedan (LSZS / SMV) is a niche luxury field at 46.53°N / 9.88°E, Switzerland. Runway: 1800 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: Engadin Airport AG. Helicopter link: St. Moritz (direct).
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,636 km · 883 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h20
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- TAV Private — Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA / ISL)
- Arrival FBO
- Engadin Airport AG — Engadin Samedan (LSZS / SMV)
- Departure runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 1800 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- St. Moritz (direct)
Seasonality & slots
Peak demand December–March (ski season): slots and parking must be booked several days ahead.
Customs & formalities
International sector Turquie → Suisse: 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 to Samedan?
About 2h20 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,636 km great-circle between LTBA and LSZS.
Which aircraft suits Istanbul → Samedan?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1800 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.
How fast can we depart from Istanbul Atatürk?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from TAV Private.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Turquie → Suisse: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

