Turkish Airlines has added a route from London Stansted for summer 2026, bringing the total number of UK airports it operates from to six.
Services will launch on 18 March 2026, with 14 weekly flights from Stansted to Istanbul Airport.
The airline already operates routes from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester and Edinburgh. The carrier also serves the Irish market through Dublin Airport.
Turkish Airlines General Manager for London Mehmet Gurulkan said: “This new service increases our total weekly UK-Istanbul frequencies, providing passengers even more choice and greater connectivity to our global network.”
London Stansted Airport Managing Director Gareth Powell added: “We’re delighted to welcome Turkish Airlines to London Stansted. This is a major milestone for the airport and a strong vote of confidence in both our operation and the vibrant, fast-growing region we serve.”
