New and Resumed Routes: The Full List
Six routes launched or formally resumed between December 2025 and June 2026. Four are entirely new destinations or new airport connections; two are restored services after multi-year gaps.
| Destination | Type | Launch Date | Summer Frequency | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phnom Penh (PNH), Cambodia | New | 10 Dec 2025 | 3x weekly | — |
| Tirana (TIA), Albania | Resumed | 23 Jan 2026 | 7x weekly | B737-800 |
| Yerevan (EVN), Armenia | New direct | 11 Mar 2026 | 14x weekly | — |
| London Stansted (STN), UK | New airport | 18 Mar 2026 | 14x weekly | — |
| Timișoara (TSR), Romania | New | 1 Apr 2026 | 5x weekly | B737-800 |
| Mahé / Seychelles (SEZ) | Resumed | 16 Jun 2026 | 3x weekly | A330-300 |
All routes depart from Istanbul Airport.
The Yerevan frequency scaled up the fastest — from 7 weekly at launch to 14 weekly by 15 June 2026, making it the highest-frequency new route in the summer expansion.
Frequency Boosts — More Seats on High-Demand Corridors
Beyond new routes, Turkish Airlines has filed significant capacity increases on several established long-haul corridors for summer 2026.
| Route | Summer 2026 Frequency | Aircraft | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul – São Paulo – Santiago | 7x weekly | A350-900 | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Istanbul – Beijing | Up to 13x weekly | — | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Istanbul – Hong Kong | Up to 13x weekly | — | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Istanbul – Colombo | Up to 11x weekly | — | Summer 2026 |
| Istanbul – Lisbon | 21x weekly | — | 2026 |
The Istanbul–São Paulo–Santiago service is operated exclusively by Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
It is one of the longest routings in the Turkish Airlines network and represents a meaningful upgrade for South America-bound passengers connecting from Europe, the Middle East or beyond.
To find fares across any of these routes, use the Turkish Airlines tracker on Wego or search flights to Istanbul to plan a connection through the hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which airports does Turkish Airlines now serve in London?
Turkish Airlines serves three London airports as of March 2026: Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW) and Stansted (STN). Stansted is the newest addition, with up to 14 weekly flights in the summer timetable.
Is Turkish Airlines the only European carrier flying direct to Phnom Penh?
Yes — Turkish Airlines is the only European carrier operating a direct service to Phnom Penh (PNH). The route runs three times weekly from Istanbul, departing on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.
How often does Turkish Airlines fly Istanbul to the Seychelles?
The Istanbul–Mahé (SEZ) service operates three times weekly on Airbus A330-300 aircraft, resuming from 16 June 2026 after a three-year absence from the route.
Why did Turkish Airlines start flying Istanbul–Yerevan in 2026?
The direct service was introduced on 11 March 2026 as part of the diplomatic normalisation process between Türkiye and Armenia. Frequency has since grown to 14 weekly flights by mid-June 2026.
Sources
- Turkish Airlines — Flight Destinations and Route Map
- Turkish Airlines Press Room — Turkish Airlines to Launch Flights to Phnom Penh, Cambodia
- AeroRoutes — Turkish Airlines Resumes Seychelles Service From June 2026
- AeroRoutes — Turkish Airlines NS26 Chile Service Increases
- AeroRoutes — Turkish Airlines Adds Timișoara Service From April 2026
- AeroRoutes — Turkish Airlines Resumes Tirana Service in late-January 2026
- Aviation A2Z — Turkish Airlines to Operate Daily Istanbul–Yerevan Flights from March 2026
- TRAICY — Turkish Airlines to Launch Istanbul–London Stansted Route on March 18, 2026
- Nomad Lawyer — Turkish Airlines, Pegasus and AJet Unveil Network Expansion for 2026
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