Charter a private jet to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
Located on the Asian side of Istanbul, Turkey, Sabiha Gökçen Airport provides a quieter and more tranquil option for private jet travellers. Offering quick access to both the Asian and European districts of the city, it combines modern facilities with efficient services. In addition to Sabiha Gökçen, Istanbul Airport (IST) and Atatürk (ISL) are also excellent choices for private jet travel, each offering distinct advantages.
| Coordinates (DMS) | |
|---|---|
| Latitude / Longitude | |
| IATA Code | SAW |
| ICAO Code | LTFJ |
| Elevation | |
| Number of runway(s) | 2 |
| Runway surface(s) | Concrete |
| Longest runway | |
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Most common aircraft operating from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
| Aircraft picture | Aircraft model name | Flight movements in 2025 | Seats | Speed (km/h) | Speed (knots) | Range (km) | Range (NM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bombardier Challenger 604 | 723 movements* | 10 | 867 km/h | 468 kts | 6958 km | 3756 NM |
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Bombardier Learjet 45XR | 666 movements* | 8 | 861 km/h | 465 kts | 3389 km | 1830 NM |
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Gulfstream G450 | 324 movements* | 14 | 882 km/h | 476 kts | 8056 km | 4350 NM |
*Number of departures and arrivals in 2025
FBO services at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport has two parallel concrete runways: 06L/24R at 3,000 metres and 06R/24L at 3,500 metres. Both can handle every category of private aircraft, from light jets to long-range and VIP airliners. Conveniently located on the Asian side of the city, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is served by several high-quality FBOs. The main FBOs are listed below.
ExecuJet / Bilen Air Services
ExecuJet operates a premium FBO at Sabiha Gökçen in partnership with Bilen Air Services, offering full VIP support. Facilities include private passenger and crew lounges, on-site customs and immigration, a meeting room, dedicated apron space, and a full suite of ground services. The FBO operates 24/7 and ensures seamless handling for arriving and departing private jet clients.
Çelebi Platinum Business Aviation Services
Çelebi Platinum provides tailored business aviation services with executive lounge access, expedited security, and concierge support. While primarily known for commercial handling, the Platinum division caters to private jet passengers at SAW with a high level of discretion and efficiency. Services include meet-and-greet, fast-track procedures, and coordination with local authorities for a smooth transit experience.
Euro Jet
Euro Jet offers supervisory handling services at Sabiha Gökçen, coordinating with local ground providers to ensure personalised attention for private jet flights. Euro Jet can facilitate lounge access, customs and immigration, fuel coordination, and on-demand crew and passenger support, tailored to the requirements of each flight.
Gözen Air Services
Gözen Air Services provides full ground handling and VIP services for private aviation at SAW. Their offering includes aircraft handling, customs and immigration facilitation, fuelling, and crew assistance. With local expertise and multilingual staff, Gözen ensures a professional and discreet experience for private jet passengers arriving in Istanbul.
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