As of December 19, Turkish Airlines has expanded its global network by launching four weekly flights from Istanbul (IST) to Santiago (SCL), with a convenient 1 hour and 35 minutes stopover in São Paulo, Brazil, aboard the modern Airbus A350-900. This new route, taking approximately 19 hours and 10 minutes for outbound flights and 17 hours and 40 minutes for return journeys, marks a significant milestone as Santiago becomes the airline's 26th destination in the Americas.
The introduction of this route underscores Turkish Airlines' commitment to enhancing its presence across the American continent. Bilal Ekşi, CEO of Turkish Airlines, stated, "As an airline serving more countries than any other in the world, we continue to connect continents and cultures. The launch of our flights to Santiago reaffirms our dedication to providing travelers with unparalleled connectivity options. These flights will not only bolster trade and tourism but will also enhance cultural interaction between two nations."
Travelers can book flights from Istanbul to Santiago for as low as $1,099 USD and return flights from Santiago to Istanbul for $999 USD until March 31, 2025. These promotional fares are available on the airline's official website and may vary at ticket sales offices or travel agencies.
To ensure a comfortable journey, Turkish Airlines offers a variety of premium services to its customers. Among these are the Stopover Istanbul program, which provides complimentary hotel accommodation for transit passengers with layovers of 20 hours or more, and the TourIstanbul program, which offers free guided tours showcasing Istanbul's historic landmarks for layovers of 6 to 24 hours.