Turkish Airlines includes a complimentary meal, checked baggage, and seatback entertainment on every flight, even in economy. Business class adds lie-flat beds, Flying Chef dining, lounge access, and complimentary WiFi.
Here is exactly what comes with a ticket in each cabin: meals, seats, WiFi, baggage, lounges, and Miles&Smiles, all from official sources.
Turkish Airlines Economy Class: What Is Included
Economy includes a complimentary meal on every route, even short domestic hops, plus drinks and seatback entertainment. This is more generous than most carriers, where short-haul food is buy-onboard.
Long-haul economy adds multi-course meals and a basic amenity kit. Here is what your fare covers.
- Meals: complimentary meal and drinks on all flights — a hot meal on most routes, and a lighter snack box on the shortest flights.
- Baggage: typically 20 to 30kg checked on most routes; two 23kg bags to and from the US and Canada.
- Carry-on: one bag up to 8kg (55 x 40 x 23cm).
- Entertainment: personal seatback screens on most aircraft.
Economy Fare Families
Turkish Airlines sells economy under four fare families, and your choice sets the baggage, seat, and change rules — not the seat itself.
- EcoFly: the lowest fare, with the smallest baggage allowance and the strictest change and cancellation rules. On short-haul European routes it can be hand-baggage only.
- ExtraFly: adds a checked baggage allowance and easier date changes.
- FlexFly: fully flexible changes with a fuller baggage allowance, aimed at travelers whose plans may shift.
- PrimeFly: the most generous fare — the largest baggage allowance, free standard seat selection, and the most lenient refund terms.
Seat Selection in Economy
Seat selection is a paid add-on in economy on EcoFly, ExtraFly, and FlexFly fares, with the fee varying by route and seat type — standard seats cost less than extra-legroom or exit rows. You can skip the fee by letting the airline assign a seat free at check-in.
Miles&Smiles Elite and Elite Plus members get free seat selection, which also extends to companions on the same booking.
Turkish Airlines Business Class: What Is Included
Business class includes a fully lie-flat seat, gourmet Flying Chef dining, lounge access, and a larger baggage allowance. It is one of the most awarded business products in the region.
The inclusions step up across the board.
- Seat: fully lie-flat bed (around 76 inches long) on long-haul aircraft.
- Meals: multi-course dining served on porcelain, with onboard Flying Chefs on many long-haul flights.
- Lounge: access to Turkish Airlines lounges, including the vast Istanbul hub lounge with live cooking and shower rooms.
- Baggage: two checked bags up to 32kg each, with priority handling.
- Amenities: amenity kit, noise-canceling headphones, and complimentary WiFi.
Note that Turkish Airlines does not offer a separate premium economy cabin. Your choice is economy or business.
What Is Included by Cabin
| Feature | Economy | Business |
|---|---|---|
| Meals | Complimentary on all flights | Flying Chef, multi-course |
| Seat | Standard; selection is paid | Lie-flat bed |
| Checked baggage | 20-30kg (route dependent) | 2 x 32kg, priority |
| Lounge | No (unless elite) | Yes |
WiFi and Miles&Smiles
Business class passengers and Miles&Smiles members get complimentary WiFi. Classic and Classic Plus members get a smaller free data allowance, while Elite and Elite Plus members get more.
Turkish Airlines has announced free high-speed WiFi for all passengers, rolling out through 2026 as part of its “Connect to Türkiye” initiative. Check the latest status on your route before relying on it.
Earning Miles
Turkish Airlines’ loyalty program is Miles&Smiles, part of the Star Alliance. You earn miles based on the distance flown and your fare class, so business and flexible fares earn more than the cheapest economy tickets.
As a Star Alliance member, you can also earn and spend Miles&Smiles on partner carriers such as Lufthansa and Singapore Airlines.
Higher Elite tiers unlock lounge access, free seat selection, and extra baggage regardless of cabin. For a fuller breakdown of routes and cabins, see our Turkish Airlines guide.
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What You Pay Extra For
Beyond the included allowance, extra bags and economy seat selection are the main paid add-ons. Both vary by route, so use the airline’s baggage calculator for an exact quote.
- Extra baggage: international excess starts from around USD 90, depending on route and weight.
- Seat selection: a paid add-on in economy, with extra-legroom and exit rows costing more than standard seats.
Miles&Smiles Elite and Elite Plus members select seats for free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are meals included in Turkish Airlines economy?
Yes. A complimentary meal and drinks are included on every Turkish Airlines flight, including short domestic routes. On longer flights this is a hot meal; the shortest flights get a lighter snack box.
Is seat selection free on Turkish Airlines?
No, it is a paid add-on in economy. You can avoid the fee by accepting a free seat at check-in, or choose for free as a Miles&Smiles Elite member.
Does Turkish Airlines have free WiFi?
Business class and Miles&Smiles members get complimentary WiFi. The airline is rolling out free high-speed WiFi for all passengers through 2026.
Does Turkish Airlines have premium economy?
No. Turkish Airlines offers economy and business class only, with no separate premium economy cabin.
Sources
- Turkish Airlines — Economy Class
- Turkish Airlines — Business Class
- Turkish Airlines — Dining Onboard and Inflight Services
- Wego — Turkish Airlines Guide 2026
- Turkish Airlines — Excess Baggage Fees
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