In an impressive feat for global connectivity, Turkish Airlines has officially secured a Guinness World Record as the airline serving the most countries worldwide. Based in Istanbul, this airline has achieved a remarkable milestone, confirmed by Guinness, the authority on record-breaking achievements.
Currently, Turkish Airlines operates flights to an astounding 120 countries. When considering recently launched routes and temporarily suspended services, this number rises to over 130 destinations globally. Since 2012, Turkish Airlines has held the title of offering the world's most extensive route network, and this recent recognition marks the first formal acknowledgment of its dominance.
With a significant lead of 30 countries over its nearest rival, Turkish Airlines is poised to maintain its competitive edge in this category for the foreseeable future. The airline remains dedicated to expanding its global reach, further solidifying its position as an industry leader.
This week, Turkish Airlines inaugurated a new route to Santiago, Chile, where the coveted award was presented to the airline's CEO, Bilal Ekşi, during a celebratory event.
In a related record-breaking achievement, San Francisco-based Indy Nelson earned the title for flying with the most airlines, having traveled with 170 different airlines and visited 197 countries—a feat that surpasses the destinations currently served by Turkish Airlines.