Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Paris ➔ Istanbul
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,260 km
Average flight time
~2h 45m
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 Paris and Istanbul 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 Paris Le Bourget (LFPB) and Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA) removes connections entirely: 2,242 km non-stop in 2h55. Boarding at Advanced Air Support / Universal Aviation, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Onward helicopter transfer available to Centre Istanbul / Bosphore.
Departure and arrival airports
Paris Le Bourget (LFPB)
On the departure side, Paris Le Bourget (LFPB) serves Paris from 48.97°N / 2.44°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Advanced Air Support / Universal Aviation; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Paris Héliport (Issy).
Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA)
On the arrival side, Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA) serves Istanbul from 40.98°N / 28.81°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by TAV Private; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Istanbul / Bosphore.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 2,242 km · 1,211 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h55
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Advanced Air Support / Universal Aviation — Paris Le Bourget (LFPB / LBG)
- Arrival FBO
- TAV Private — Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA / ISL)
- Departure runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Istanbul / Bosphore
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector France → 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 Paris to Istanbul?
About 2h55 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,242 km great-circle between LFPB and LTBA.
Which aircraft suits Paris → Istanbul?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Paris Le Bourget?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Advanced Air Support / Universal Aviation.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector France → Turquie: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.