Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Istanbul IGA
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~6,670 km
Average flight time
~8h 08m
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 Los Angeles and Istanbul IGA 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
Chartering privately between Van Nuys (KVNY) and Istanbul Airport (LTFM) removes connections entirely: 10,979 km non-stop in 12h26. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Los Angeles. At this range a Gulfstream G650ER avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
Departure and arrival airports
Van Nuys (KVNY)
On the departure side, Van Nuys (KVNY) serves Los Angeles from 34.21°N / 118.49°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature Flight Support; 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Istanbul Airport (LTFM)
On the arrival side, Istanbul Airport (LTFM) serves Istanbul IGA from 41.26°N / 28.74°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by IGA General Aviation Terminal; 4100 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Bosphore / Bebek.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 10,979 km · 5,928 NM
- Estimated block time
- 12h26
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- IGA General Aviation Terminal — Istanbul Airport (LTFM / IST)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 4100 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Bosphore / Bebek
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Turquie: 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 Los Angeles to Istanbul IGA?
About 12h26 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 10,979 km great-circle between KVNY and LTFM.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Istanbul IGA?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4100 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Van Nuys?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Signature Flight Support.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector USA → Turquie: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.