Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Vienne ➔ Istanbul
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,280 km
Average flight time
~1h 34m
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 Vienne 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
Vienne → Istanbul: 1,250 km, 1h52 block time, departing Vienne Schwechat (LOWW) and arriving Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA). Boarding at Vienna Aircraft Handling, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Vienne Schwechat (LOWW)
Vienne Schwechat (LOWW / VIE) is a major business field at 48.11°N / 16.57°E, Austria. Runway: 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Vienna Aircraft Handling. Helicopter link: Centre Vienne.
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
- 1,250 km · 675 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h52
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Vienna Aircraft Handling — Vienne Schwechat (LOWW / VIE)
- Arrival FBO
- TAV Private — Istanbul Atatürk (LTBA / ISL)
- Departure runway
- 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- 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 Autriche → 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 Vienne to Istanbul?
About 1h52 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,250 km great-circle between LOWW and LTBA.
Which aircraft suits Vienne → Istanbul?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Vienne Schwechat?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Vienna Aircraft Handling.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Autriche → Turquie: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

