Turkish Airlines has started new daily service between Istanbul and Turin, Italy, with the inaugural flight taking to the skies on Wednesday (July 10th).
On Thursday (July 11, 2024), Turkish Airlines announced the start of new daily service between Istanbul and Turin, Italy, with the inaugural flight departing Istanbul on Wednesday (July 10th). The route launch was celebrated by a ribbon cutting ceremony at Turin Airport the following day, which was attended by Turkish Airlines’ executives and distinguished members of the Piedmont community. Turin is now the carrier’s ninth destination in Italy and 349th destination worldwide.
Commenting on the route launch on Thursday, Turkish Airlines’ CEO, Bilal Ekşi, said,
“We are glad to add Turin to our extensive flight network as our 349th destination. By strengthening our ties with Italy with our ninth presence, our guests in Italy's north-west will be able to enjoy our flag carrier's unrivalled flight network during their travels, while our passengers from around the world will have the opportunity to experience the wonders of Turin, Italy's first historical capital city, with the privilege of flying with Turkish Airlines.”
Also commenting on the new route launch, Torino Airport’s Chairman, Elisabetta Oliveri, added,
“We celebrate with great satisfaction the start of this flight, which opens up new growth prospects for Turin Airport, after two consecutive years in which a traffic record was set. The Turin-İstanbul connection also represents a further driver of development for the entire economy of the area and reconfirms the airport's role as a strategic player in growth.”
Turin is the capital city of Piedmont in northern Italy, and is surrounded by the breathtaking Alps. This city is renowned for its rich history, stunning baroque architecture, and as a major hub for the automotive industry. Some notable cultural attractions include the Royal Palace, the iconic Mole Antonelliana, and the world-famous Egyptian Museum. Turin is also celebrated for its refined northern Italian cuisine and vibrant arts scene, and serves as popular destination for both tourists and those traveling on business.
Source: Turkish Airlines