Turkish Airlines Flight

Turkish Airlines, legally Türk Hava Yolları Anonim Ortaklığı, is the national airline of Turkey. Established in 1933, it is the largest mainline carrier in the world by a number of passenger destinations, serving more than 340 destinations in 126 countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

The airline’s main hub is Istanbul Airport, with additional hubs at Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Dalaman Airport, and Konya Airport. Turkish Airlines operates a modern fleet of 454 aircraft, serving 120 countries from its hub at Istanbul Airport. With a focus on customer satisfaction, cutting-edge technology, and a wide range of services, Turkish Airlines has earned the title of the Best Airline in Europe and continues to excel in the aviation industry.

Popular Countries Turkish Airlines Flying To

Turkish Airlines flies to 52 domestic and 265 international destinations in 130 countries. Here are some popular destinations Turkish Airlines flying to:

Germany
United Kingdom
Italy
France
Spain
Poland
Switzerland
Sweden
United States
Canada
Kazakhstan
Qatar
South Africa
Saudi Arabia
Australia
 

What Are The Fare Classes Of Turkish Airlines?

• Economy Class is the most affordable option and is further divided into several fare sub-classes that offer different levels of flexibility and amenities. These sub-classes are typically identified by a single-letter code.
• Business Class provides a more premium travel experience with wider seats, more legroom, upgraded meals and amenities, and priority service.

What are the Baggage Allowances of Turkish Airlines?

Turkish Airlines offers a two-tier system for checked baggage allowance:

• For domestic flights within Turkey:
  • Business Class: 30 kg
  • Economy Class: 20 kg
  • Promotional Fares: 15 kg
• For international flights:
  • Business Class: 30 kg or 2 pieces up to 32 kg each
  • Economy Class: 20 kg or 2 pieces up to 23 kg each
• For infants (0-2 years old):
  • 10 kg plus 1 collapsible stroller/buggy up to 115 cm

How Much are Excess Baggage Fees with Turkish Airlines

Fees vary by destination, ranging from USD 5 to USD 32 per kg of excess luggage. On certain routes, the cost for an extra piece of luggage increases with each additional piece, up to a maximum of 8 extra pieces. There are also additional fees for oversize overweight baggage, as well as special fees for items like bikes and musical instruments that need to be transported.

How To Reserve A Flight With Turkish Airlines?

• For mobile users: Simply search for your departure airport and the destination you want to fly. Then, you can see the mobile menu right down on your screen: “Filters” on the left, “Sort by” in the middle, and “Share” on the right. Click on “Filter” and a window will pop up from which you can see all the available airlines. There, you can find all the airlines flying to the destination you’d like to go. Have a great flight!
• For desktop users: Simply search for your departure airport and the destination you want to fly. Then, on the left side of the screen, you should find the “Airline” filter right under the “Transfer Count” filter. If X has a flight to your destination, you can find the provider’s name there and list all the available tickets.
• For tablet users:  It’s the same as desktop. Search for your flight from your location to the destination, then you can find the airline filter on the left side of your screen.

Can You Modify Your Reservation with Turkish Airlines

Yes, you can modify your reservation with Turkish Airlines. However, when your booking is complete modifying reservations through the website or mobile app is not available, you can reach out to the Turkish Airlines call center to visit a Turkish Airlines Sales Office in person to have your reservation modified.

Cancellation And Refund Policies of Turkish Airlines

• Cancellation Policy:
  • Passengers can cancel their Turkish Airlines reservation within 24 hours of booking for a full refund, as long as the flight is at least 7 days away from the departure date.
  • For cancellations made after the 24-hour risk-free period, the cancellation fees vary depending on the route, fare type, and time of cancellation.
  • Non-refundable tickets can be canceled, but the refund will only be for the taxes paid, not the full ticket price.

• Refund Policy:
  • For refundable tickets, the refund amount will be the original ticket price minus the applicable cancellation fee.
  • For non-refundable tickets, passengers can only get a refund for the taxes paid, not the full ticket price.
  • Refunds are typically processed within 20 business days and credited back to the original payment method.
  • Passengers can also get a refund if Turkish Airlines changes the flight schedule and the new times no longer work for the passenger. 

Online Check-In Process with Turkish Airlines

You can check in online through the Turkish Airlines website or mobile app. Online check-in is typically available 24 hours to 90 minutes before the scheduled flight departure.

To check-in online, you need to enter your booking reference (PNR) and surname. During the online check-in process, you can view the available seats and select their preferred seats. After completing the online check-in you will receive their mobile boarding pass or can print it out.

Required Documents for Check-In with Turkish Airlines

• Passport: passengers must present a valid passport for international flights
• Visa: for international flights, passengers may need to present a valid visa
• Ticket/Booking Information: passengers need to provide their booking reference number (PNR) and surname.
• Identification: passengers may be required to present a valid government-issued ID

Onboard Dining Options of Turkish Airlines

• Turkish Airlines provides complimentary meals on all flights, both in economy and business class.
• On short-haul international flights, there may not be a meal choice due to the shorter flight time.
• Turkish Airlines offers a variety of special meal options that can be pre-ordered, including vegetarian, Hindu, kosher, seafood, diabetic, and more.
• Business class passengers can pre-order their main meal option up to 48 hours before the flight
• A wide range of meal options are available, including red meat, seafood, white meat, pasta, and traditional Turkish dishes.
• Traditional Turkish offerings like coffee and Turkish delight are also available in business class.

Turkish Airlines Special Dietary Services

Turkish Airlines offers a variety of special dietary services to cater to passengers with specific dietary requirements. These services include Vegetarian options like vegetarian Hindu meals, Raw meals, Lacto-Ovo meals, and Oriental meals.

Is Dining with Turkish Airlines Free?

Yes, meals are included with your ticket on Turkish Airlines flights, however, some nuances depend on your class and any special requests:

• Economy Class: you will receive complimentary meals and beverages on all flights 
• Business Class: there is a “meal selection” program for Business Class passengers
• Special Meals: Turkish Airlines offers various special meals to cater to specific dietary needs due to allergies, religious beliefs, or health reasons.

Children and Infant Services of Turkish Airlines

• Infant Passengers:
  • Newborn babies under the age of 48 hours can not be accepted
  • Infant passengers between 2-7 days old are permitted on a flight if a medical report stating “there is no harm in traveling by plane”
  • An Infant must be seated on the lap of their companion and fastened with a special baby belt

• Child Passengers:
  • Children over the age of 2 must travel in their seats
  • Parents can pre-book special services for children

Services for Disabled Passengers of Turkish Airlines

• Wheelchair Assistance
• Disability Discount
• Barrier-free airport
• Medical Assistance

Pet Services In Turkish Airlines

• Turkish Airlines allows dogs, cats, and small birds to travel in the cabin
• Pets traveling in the cabin are subject to a fee starting at $10 for domestic flights and $65 for international flights
• Pets that exceed the weight limit for cabin travel can be transported as checked baggage, with fees starting at $130 
• The carrier dimensions for checked baggage must not exceed 75 cm x 75 cm x 125 cm

Layover Services of Turkish Airlines

• Turkish Airlines provides free hotel accommodation for passengers with long layovers at Istanbul Airport.
• Economy class passengers with a layover of 12 hours or more, and business class passengers with a layover of 9 hours or more, are eligible for this service. 3
• The hotel accommodation is provided for a maximum of 2 nights.
• Passengers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to use this service. 
• Touristanbul is a free layover tour service for all international transfer passengers on Turkish Airlines with a layover of 6-24 hours at Istanbul Airport. 

Is Turkish Airlines Part of Any Fly Program?

Yes, Turkish Airlines is part of a major airline alliance called Star Alliance that offers several benefits to frequent flyers, including:

• Earning and Redeeming Miles: you can earn miles by flying with any Star Alliance member airline.
• Lounge Access: Miles&Smiles Elite members (Elite, Elite Plus, and Classic Plus) can access Star Alliance member airline lounges around the world, depending on their Star Alliance status.
• Other Benefits: Star Alliance membership may offer other benefits like priority check-in, baggage allowances, and special offers depending on your Star Alliance status level.
   

How to Access the Private Lounge of Turkish Airlines?

• You must be traveling in Turkish Airlines business class (not on a Star Alliance partner airline). 
• Your ticket must be an award ticket, not a paid business-class ticket. 
• You must have a layover between 4-9 hours at Istanbul Airport. 
• At least one of your flights (arriving or departing) must be at least 8 hours long.

Can You Choose Your Seat with Turkish Airlines?

Yes, you can choose your seat, but there are some factors to consider:

• You can select your seat during the initial booking process 
• You can also choose your seat online or through the app up to 6  hours before your flight departs
• Economy Class passengers with ExtraFly or PremiumFly packages can choose standard seats
• Seats with extra legroom or emergency exit rows require a fee for all fare types and can be selected up to 6 hours before departure
• Miles&Smiles Elite and Elite Plus members can use their miles to select standard seats for free.

Is Wi-Fi Available on Turkish Airlines Flights?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on Turkish Airlines flights. Business class passengers and Miles&Smiles program members (Elite, Elite Plus, Classic Plus) receive complimentary Wi-Fi access, with varying data allowances. For other passengers, Turkish Airlines offers paid Wi-Fi packages that can be purchased during the flight, with options ranging from 100MB to unlimited internet access.