Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines guide with airline codes, Istanbul hub, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, Miles&Smiles, lounges and airport transportation.
- Aircraft
- 566
- Destinations
- 358
- Hub
- IST
- Alliance
- Star Alliance
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About Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines is the flag carrier of Turkey, founded on 20 May 1933 as Turkish State Airlines and headquartered in Istanbul. The company is listed on the Borsa Istanbul, with the Türkiye Wealth Fund as its largest shareholder, and it has been a member of the Star Alliance since April 2008.
Its hub is Istanbul Airport (IST), where it connects flights between Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and the Americas. The group serves about 358 destinations, including a dense European network and long-haul routes to North and South America, Africa, Asia and Australia. Its low-cost brand AJet operates mainly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Ankara.
The group fleet of about 566 aircraft, including AJet and Turkish Cargo, combines Airbus A350, Boeing 787 and Boeing 777 widebodies with Airbus A320-family and Boeing 737 narrowbodies.
Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with Turkish Airlines before travel.
Where Turkish Airlines flies
Routes and frequencies change with the season. Some flights sold with a TK flight number are operated by AJet or by Star Alliance and codeshare partners; check the "operated by" line when you book.
Turkey
Domestic flights from Istanbul to cities and coastal airports such as Antalya, Izmir, Dalaman and Bodrum, with further domestic flying by AJet.
Europe
An extensive European network, from capitals to secondary cities and seasonal leisure airports.
Middle East, Africa and Asia
Flights across the Gulf, North, East and southern Africa, Central Asia, South and Southeast Asia, China, Japan and Korea, with Australia served via Singapore or Kuala Lumpur.
The Americas
Long-haul routes to the United States, Canada, Mexico and South America, including Mexico City and Cancún.
Turkish Airlines fleet
The figure of about 566 aircraft is the group fleet reported by Turkish Airlines in September 2026, including AJet and Turkish Cargo. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.
Airbus A350 and Boeing 787
The A350-900 and 787-9 fly many long-haul routes, including flights to the Americas, Africa and Asia.
Boeing 777 and Airbus A330
The 777-300ER and A330 operate high-demand long-haul and medium-haul routes.
Airbus A320 family and Boeing 737
The A321neo, A320-family and 737 aircraft fly domestic routes and flights within Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
Turkish Cargo
Freighter aircraft operated by the airline's cargo brand.
Turkish Airlines cabin classes
Cabins depend on the aircraft and route. Check the seat map and fare conditions before you buy.
Business Class
On widebody aircraft, lie-flat seats on most long-haul routes. On narrowbody flights, a separate forward cabin with wider seats.
Economy Class
The standard cabin, sold in fare packages with different baggage, change and seat-selection conditions.
Practical information
BaggageCabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage
Turkish Airlines baggage allowances depend on the cabin, the fare package (such as EcoFly, ExtraFly, PrimeFly, BusinessFly and BusinessPrime), the route and Miles&Smiles or Star Alliance status.
Cabin baggage limits depend on the cabin and are shown in your booking. Check the size and weight limits on the official site before you pack.
Some routes use a piece allowance and others, including domestic flights, use a weight allowance. On piece-based routes, each bag is up to 23 kg in Economy and up to 32 kg in Business. No single bag can exceed 32 kg.
Sports equipment, pets, oversized items and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official Turkish Airlines baggage page before you fly.
Check-in and boardingSteps before departure
Online check-in on turkishairlines.com or the Turkish Airlines app opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before. Airport counters close 60 minutes before international flights and 45 minutes before domestic flights; some airports have earlier deadlines.
Confirm the operating airline, airport and terminal.
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination and any transit point.
Check in online or in the app as soon as it opens.
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
Allow time for bag drop, security and, on international flights, passport control.
Lounges
Turkish Airlines operates its own lounges at Istanbul Airport, with separate areas for business-class passengers and for eligible Miles&Smiles and Star Alliance Gold members. At other airports it uses its own or partner lounges. Access depends on cabin, status and itinerary, so check the location and opening hours before you travel.
Loyalty program
Miles&Smiles is Turkish Airlines' loyalty program, with Classic, Classic Plus, Elite and Elite Plus tiers. Members earn miles on Turkish Airlines and Star Alliance flights and with program partners and co-branded cards, and redeem them for award tickets, upgrades and extra baggage. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.
Flight status and customer serviceOfficial sources
For current operational information, use Turkish Airlines' official services:
turkishairlines.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status
Available for iOS and Android, with mobile boarding passes and flight notifications
Turkish Airlines airports
Turkish Airlines mainline flights in Istanbul use Istanbul Airport (IST), not Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side, which is used mainly by AJet. Check the airport on your ticket before you book a transfer.
Turkish Airlines' hub and the base for almost all of its international and long-haul flights. The airport has a single main passenger terminal.
Book a transfer →Airport detailsAirport transportation for Turkish Airlines passengers
Public transport, authorized taxis, shared shuttles or a pre-booked private transfer. Arriving long-haul or with a lot of luggage is the case for booking ahead: fixed price, and a driver in arrivals with your name on a sign.
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Turkish Airlines FAQs
What are Turkish Airlines' airline codes?
Turkish Airlines' IATA code is TK, its ICAO code is THY, and its callsign is TURKISH.
What is Turkish Airlines' main hub?
Istanbul Airport (IST). The group's low-cost brand AJet is based mainly at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) and Ankara.
Which terminal does Turkish Airlines use in Istanbul?
Istanbul Airport has a single main passenger terminal, which handles Turkish Airlines' domestic and international flights. Confirm the airport on your ticket, as some AJet flights use Sabiha Gökçen.
Is Turkish Airlines part of Star Alliance?
Yes. Turkish Airlines has been a Star Alliance member since April 2008.
What is Turkish Airlines' frequent-flyer program?
Miles&Smiles.
Does Turkish Airlines fly to Cancún?
Yes. Turkish Airlines flies between Istanbul and Cancún on a routing that also serves Mexico City, operated with Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
Does Turkish Airlines fly to Mexico City?
Yes. Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul to Mexico City International Airport (MEX).
Does Turkish Airlines fly to the United States?
Yes. Its US gateways include New York JFK, Washington Dulles and Houston Intercontinental, among others.
When does Turkish Airlines online check-in open?
Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before. Airport counters close 60 minutes before international flights.
Is Airport Transportation affiliated with Turkish Airlines?
No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Turkish Airlines.
Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.