Established in 1933 with a fleet of only five airplanes, Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines is today a four-star airline with a fleet of 234 aircraft (passenger and cargo) flying to 243 cities around the world.
One of the fastest growing airlines, it has received several “Passenger Choice Awards”from Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). In 2013, Turkish Airlines, for the third consecutive year, was named “Best Airline in Europe” by Skytrax. A winner of the “World’s Best Economy Class On-Board Catering” award, Turkish Airlines was also the recipient of the Skytrax “Best Business Class Catering” award in 2013.
- Customer service: +1 800-874-8875
- Bag information: In economy, to/from Africa and Americas, 1st bag free, 2nd bag varies by itinerary. To other destinations, 20kg free, additional allowance depending on route
Turkish Airlines flies to more countries in the world than any other airline (105 countries over five continents) according to UMB’s Official Airline Guide. The global airline won the SkyTrax Award, known as the “Passengers Choice Awards,” for the “Best Airline in Southern Europe” consistently in 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. In 2012, Skytrax named Turkish Airlines “Best Premium Economy Seats in the world” for its Comfort Class seats .
TK Quality
In order to keep alive its brand equity, which provides a serious advantage in terms of competition, Turkish Airlines invests in its quality of service, in-flight entertainment systems, comfortable seats, gourmet cuisine and its employees. Turkish Airlines is always on the forefront of the latest technological advances and innovations in the aviation industry and boasts one of the youngest fleets. As the airline expands its routes and number of aircraft, continuous training of its employees is of the utmost importance in insuring the safety of its passengers. Turkish Airlines regards flight safety and service quality as two of the most indispensable necessities. Turkish Airlines currently holds a four-star ranking and consistently strives to secure a five-star ranking. Turkish Airlines understands the responsibility of being a pioneer within the industry, and is determined to carry out its mission moving forward. Furthermore it maintains its goal of becoming a regional leader and a prominent global airline, preferred for its unparalleled service, superior quality, trustworthiness and reliability.In addition to Europe, Turkish Airlines is also strategically expanding its network into Russia, Central Asia, Far East Asia, the Middle East, Africa and North and South America. As one of the fastest growing airlines in the world, Turkish Airlines holds a strategic position between the East and West.
In order to keep alive its brand equity, which provides a serious advantage in terms of competition, Turkish Airlines invests in its quality of service, in-flight entertainment systems, comfortable seats, gourmet cuisine and its employees. Turkish Airlines is always on the forefront of the latest technological advances and innovations in the aviation industry and boasts one of the youngest fleets. As the airline expands its routes and number of aircraft, continuous training of its employees is of the utmost importance in insuring the safety of its passengers. Turkish Airlines regards flight safety and service quality as two of the most indispensable necessities. Turkish Airlines currently holds a four-star ranking and consistently strives to secure a five-star ranking. Turkish Airlines understands the responsibility of being a pioneer within the industry, and is determined to carry out its mission moving forward. Furthermore it maintains its goal of becoming a regional leader and a prominent global airline, preferred for its unparalleled service, superior quality, trustworthiness and reliability.In addition to Europe, Turkish Airlines is also strategically expanding its network into Russia, Central Asia, Far East Asia, the Middle East, Africa and North and South America. As one of the fastest growing airlines in the world, Turkish Airlines holds a strategic position between the East and West.
Free Baggage Allowance
For more information on the baggage you can take with you on board the aircraft please click on the relevant heading below.
For more detailed information on Excess Baggage Procedures click here.
For more detailed information on Excess Baggage Procedures click here.
The free cabin and checked baggage allowance may vary according to reservation class and departure runway. Please check your ticket for information regarding your free baggage right.
For interline flights, the baggage policy of the airline designated Most Significant Carrier by the system will be in effect.
For interline flights, the baggage policy of the airline designated Most Significant Carrier by the system will be in effect.
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Domestic Flights Free Baggage Allowance
Turkish Airlines Domestic* Flights Excess Baggage ChargesFree Baggage Allowance (kg) Adult/Child Infant Business 30 10 Economy 20 10 Promotional 15 10 *Departing from and arriving at Turkish airports.International Flights Free Baggage Allowance
Travel Class Total Maximum Weight Business 30 kg Comfort 20 kg Economy 20 kg Infant (0-2 years old) 10 kg + 1 collapsible baby carriage / buggy (115 cm) For flights from Jakarta and Norway the free baggage allowance is 40 kg total for the Business Class travelers and 30 kg for the Economy Class travelers.
For flights from Egypt to Turkey and from Turkey to Egypt, the free baggage allowances is 50 Kg for both Economy class travellers and Business class travellers.
Free baggage allowance from Germany to Turkey and Beyond Turkey for Economy Class is 30 kg and for Business Class 40 kg.
For flights from Ireland the free baggage allowance is 30 kg. for the economy class and 40 kg. for the Business Class travelersBaggage weight as measured by weighing systems are included in the passengers maximum baggage weight. There is no limit to number of pieces of baggage.
MSC (Most Significant Carrier)
If another airline is involved in your whole journey; the most significant carrier’s (MSC) free baggage allowance rule will be applied. MSC is assigned according to which airline operates the most significant and/or longest part of the journey.
If Turkish Airline is MSC in your journey then Turkish Airline’s free baggage allowance will apply, if another airline is MSC in your journey than the free baggage allowance of that airline will apply.
Please pay attention that the free baggage allowance is shown on your ticket.Free Baggage Allowance for Flights To or From America / S. America / Canada / Argentina / Nigeria / Ghana / Niger / Senegal / Mauritania / Cote D Ivoire / Cameroon / Burkina Faso / Gabon / Chad and Congo Dem. Rep./Benin Peoples Republic / Mali / Guinea/ Angola
Travel Class Maximum Pieces Maximum Weight Per Piece Maximum Dimensions Per Piece
(Length+Width+Depth)Business 2 32 kg 158 cm Comfort 2 23 kg 158 cm Economy 2 23 kg 158 cm Infant Passenger 1 + 1 collapsible baby carriage / buggy 23 kg 115 cm (0-2 years old) Note for passengers traveling between Brazil/Argentina and Turkey & Beyond Turkey destinations:
For flights to/from Brazil and Argentina (the first flight of the journey on the ticket) passengers from all cabin classes may check two pieces of luggage for their free baggage allowance. Flights departing from Brazil/Argentina have allowances of 32 kg per bag for the entirety of the journey. Flights with final destinations of Brazil/Argentina have a baggage allowances of 23 kg per bag for passengers traveling economy, and 32 kg per bag for passengers traveling business.
** For travelling originating from SAO to SIN, KUL, CGK, BKK, MLE free baggage allowance is applied as 2 pcs and each piece 32 kg. As of 26 September 2013, instead of 2 pcs X 32 kg, passengers can also bring 1 pcs X 32 kg and 1 surfboard bag which includes 3 surfboard with max 3 metres and not heavier than 32 kg for total weight. If passengers bring more than 3 surfboard, sports equipments and bicycle charges will apply for each extra piece.
Baggage information for America, South America, Canada, Argentina, Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Mauritania, Cote D Ivoire, Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Niger, Gabon, Chad, Congo Dem. Rep., Benin Peoples Republic, Mali, Guinea, Angola Flights where baggage is processed by piece:
Free baggage allowance varies according to reservation class and departure runway.
In Turkish Airlines direct flights to airports in North America (New York, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, Houston, Toronto) the free baggage allowance is 2 pieces.
** Free baggage allowance on economy cabin is 1X32 KG for travelling between Kinshasa and London/Brussels/Paris/Beirut/Turkey destination and between the dates of 15 June – 15 September, 15 November – 15 January, 1 April – 15 April. In this period, travelling to/from all other destinations to/from Kinshasa, free baggage allowance on economy cabin is 2X23 KG.
Travelling dates which are out of 15 June – 15 September, 15 November – 15 January, 1 April – 15 April, to/from ALL destinations to/from Kinshasa is applied as 2X23 KG free baggage allowance on economy cabin.** Free baggage allowance in all from Niamey (NIM) outbound flights to Dubai (DXB), is applied as 2X32 Kg**Free baggage allowance will apply 2 pieces for all interline flights to/from America in which ticketing and travelling date begin on 1 December, 2012.
MSC (Most Significant Carrier)
If another airline is involved in your whole journey; the most significant carrier’s (MSC) free baggage allowance rule will be applied. MSC is assigned according to which airline operates the most significant and/or longest part of the journey.
If Turkish Airline is MSC in your journey then Turkish Airline’s free baggage allowance will apply, if another airline is MSC in your journey than the free baggage allowance of that airline will apply.
Please pay attention that the free baggage allowance is shown on your ticket.
For more detailed information on Excess Baggage Procedures click here.
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