
International hub · Istanbul, Türkiye
Istanbul (New)
- Elevation
- 325 ft
- Coordinates
- 41°16′N 28°44′E
- Local time
- Europe/Istanbul
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Field information
LTFM runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Istanbul (New) (LTFM/IST) has 5 runways; the longest, 17L/35R, is 13,451 ft (4,100 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LTFM, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Istanbul
Country
Türkiye
TR
Municipality
Istanbul
Elevation
325 ft
Position
41.2749, 28.7321
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LTFM
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17L/35R | 13,451 ft (4,100 m) | 196 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 17R/35L | 13,451 ft (4,100 m) | 147 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 16L/34R | 12,303 ft (3,750 m) | 147 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 16R/34L | 12,303 ft (3,750 m) | 196 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 18/36 | 10,039 ft (3,060 m) | 148 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LTFM.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Istanbul (New) (LTFM / IST) in Istanbul, Turkey, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LTFM is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at LTFM
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Turkey
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Turkey. Applicable permit lead times for Turkey are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Turkey are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at LTFM
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LTFM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at LTFM
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LTFM is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LTFM
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LTFM: 41° 16′ 30″ N 28° 43′ 56″ E; elevation 325 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Istanbul
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Istanbul. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LTFM.
- 06
Cargo Operations at LTFM
Support for freighter operations into LTFM covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where LTFM sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
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- LTBGBalikesir/Bandirma ABBandirma, Türkiye67 NM211°→
- LTBQKocaeli/Cengiz TopelKocaeli, Türkiye69 NM117°→
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Operating into LTFM?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Istanbul (New) — one desk for the whole trip.