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Updated January 2023
Turkey has long opened its border to international visitors. Travellers, including from Saudi Arabia, are now allowed to pave their way to witness the beauty of the country.
Can I travel to Turkey from Saudi Arabia?
Currently, Saudi Arabia citizens can enter Turkey. The country has lifted some restrictions related to COVID-19 measures.
Turkey entry requirements
General testing and vaccination requirements
In light of COVID-19, filling the Travel Health Certificate (THC) form within 72 hours prior to entry to Turkey has become a mandatory health requirement.
A negative COVID-19 test is no longer a requirement to enter the region for all travellers, regardless of their vaccination status. Vaccination status is not required either.
Quarantine requirements
Travellers are no longer subject to quarantine regardless of their vaccination status. Only travellers with symptoms might be subject to quarantine for 5 days.
Flights from Saudi Arabia to Turkey
Saudia and Turkish Airlines are operating direct daily flights from Saudi Arabia to Turkey. Flights depart from Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam, to cities in Turkey the likes of Istanbul and Ankara.
Jeddah – Istanbul, two to three daily flights, seven days a week. Price starts from SAR 516
Jeddah – Ankara, one daily flight, four times a week. Price starts from SAR 637
Riyadh – Istanbul, up to three flights per day, four times a week. Price starts from SAR 698
Dammam – Istanbul, one daily flight, two days a week. Price starts from SAR 606
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