Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Sylt ➔ Istanbul IGA
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,540 km
Average flight time
~11h 38m
Recommended aircraft
Ultra Long Range (Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Sylt 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
Sector EDXW – LTFM is 2,130 km of direct routing, flown in 2h47 on a Falcon 2000LXS. Boarding at Sylt Air Handling, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. A helicopter connection to Bosphore / Bebek can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Westerland Sylt (EDXW)
On the departure side, Westerland Sylt (EDXW) serves Sylt from 54.91°N / 8.34°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sylt Air Handling; 2120 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Kampen / List.
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
- 2,130 km · 1,150 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h47
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sylt Air Handling — Westerland Sylt (EDXW / GWT)
- Arrival FBO
- IGA General Aviation Terminal — Istanbul Airport (LTFM / IST)
- Departure runway
- 2120 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- 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 Allemagne → 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 Sylt to Istanbul IGA?
About 2h47 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,130 km great-circle between EDXW and LTFM.
Which aircraft suits Sylt → Istanbul IGA?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4100 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Westerland Sylt?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Sylt Air Handling.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Allemagne → Turquie: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.