Turkish Airlines Strengthens Its China Network with Chengdu
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, will launch scheduled flights to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province, as of 11 November 2026. Following Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, Chengdu will become the fourth destination on the Mainland China served by the flag carrier.
Route Expansion
- Launch Date: 11 November 2026
- Destination: Chengdu, Sichuan Province — Turkish Airlines’ 4th Mainland China city after Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.
- Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (300 seats: 30 Business, 270 Economy).
Flight Schedule
- Istanbul → Chengdu (TK 226): Wed, Fri, Sun | Dep 02:05 | Arr 15:40
- Chengdu → Istanbul (TK 227): Mon, Thu, Sat | Dep 00:45 | Arr 05:55
Why Chengdu?
- Population: 21M+, a major hub for trade, logistics, finance, and tech industries.
- UNESCO City of Gastronomy — famed for Sichuan cuisine.
- Tourism highlight: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
CEO Statement
Ahmet Olmuştur emphasized China’s strategic importance, noting Chengdu’s role in tourism, technology, and aviation, and the route’s potential to strengthen commercial, cultural, and tourism ties between Türkiye and China.
Launch Fares
- Economy Class: From USD 540
- Business Class: From USD 1,991
Available via Turkish Airlines’ official channels.
👉 This move not only expands Turkish Airlines’ already unmatched global reach but also taps into Chengdu’s dual appeal as a business hub and cultural destination.
