Igdir Sehit Bulent Aydin Airport is the easternmost airport in Turkey, located within the borders of Igdir province. The airport is located 16 kilometers from Igdir city center.
The construction of the airport near Küllük Village, which started in 1996 but was completely halted in 2001, was resumed on June 12, 2010. The airport was inaugurated by then Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on July 13, 2012 and currently serves domestic and private jet charters.
Igdır Airport has a 3000 meter long and 45 meter wide runway, a 250 meter long and 24 meter wide taxiway, five aircraft parking lots and a 240 meter long and 120 meter wide apron. The airport also has a 7,582-meter-long perimeter road. The terminal building has an indoor area of 3,500 square meters and includes an arrivals hall, departures hall and VIP lounge.
In April 2017, Igdir Airport was renamed “Igdir Şehit Bülent Aydın Airport” in memory of Bülent Aydın, an artillery petty officer from Igdir who was killed by coup plotters during the July 15 coup attempt.
Igdir private jet charter prices
Although Igdir Airport air charter fees depend on variables such as the number of passengers, departure airport, flight time, aircraft position, flight date, the prices for private jet charter from Istanbul → Igdir are as follows.
| Light Jet | 15.100 EUR + VAT |
| Midsize Jet | 20.300 EUR + VAT |
| Heavy Jet | 28.000 EUR + VAT |
These prices are average amounts and you can contact us on our flight reservation screen or by phone for the most accurate price information.
Important places to visit in Igdir
Igdir is a city that offers various touristic alternatives to its visitors with its natural beauties and historical texture. The first place among the places to visit in the city is Aras River Edge, where you can take a walk accompanied by the magnificent view of the Aras River. You can have a picnic by the river and enjoy the nature. In addition, Tuzluca Bird Sanctuary, which has become the symbol of Igdir, is famous for being frequented by migratory birds. Here you can watch the birds and enjoy peaceful moments in nature.
Caravanserai and Urartu Ruins are among the places to visit in Igdir, which is rich in historical and cultural heritage. The Caravanserai is located at one of the points where the historical Silk Road passes through and is a building from the Ottoman period. The Urartian Ruins, on the other hand, constitute an important archaeological site that has survived from the ancient period and reflects the history of the city. By visiting these ruins, you can learn about the city’s past and feel the historical atmosphere.
Igdir Airport information
Igdir Airport is located 12 kilometers from the city center and serves domestic flights. The airport offers various transportation alternatives such as taxis, buses and car rental to reach the city center. Taxis are a fast and practical option and are available 24 hours a day. Buses are a more economical option and offer a comfortable journey. You can also easily reach the city center via the car rental office located inside the airport.
