With the launch of Stansted flights, TK’s third gateway in London, which will be operated with 15 weekly frequencies, the airline’s network in the United Kingdom has expanded to 6 destinations, following London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, and Edinburgh.
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At the inauguration ceremony held at London Stansted Airport, executives from Turkish Airlines and London Stansted Airport highlighted the significance of the new route. When combined with Dublin, Turkish Airlines’ total weekly frequencies across the United Kingdom and Ireland will reach 168 during the summer schedule.
Speaking about the new route, Turkish Airlines Vice President Sales (Middle and Northern Europe) Fuat Fırat, stated: “The United Kingdom continues to be one of the key strategic markets for Turkish Airlines. With the addition of London Stansted flights, we are pleased to expand our presence in London to a third airport, further strengthening London Stansted’s connectivity and offering our guests greater flexibility to access our unparalleled global network. We believe this new route will not only meet regional demand but also contribute to both commercial and tourism activity across the region.”
London Stansted Airport Managing Director Gareth Powell said: “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. Istanbul is a fantastic destination in its own right, but this new service also opens the door to Turkish Airlines’ extensive global network, connecting London Stansted to over 350 destinations, offering passengers and businesses across our region greater choice and easier access to destinations across Asia, Africa, Australia and beyond. We look forward to building a strong partnership with Turkish Airlines and seeing this exciting new route grow.”