Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines flies to more countries than any other airline, with a huge Istanbul hub, excellent catering by Do&Co and Star Alliance membership.
- Brand
- Turkish Airlines
- Category
- Airlines
- Released
- 1933
- Price
- Not published
- VersusAnything Score
- 75/100
Key features
- Flies to more countries than any airline
- Star Alliance member
- Renowned in-flight catering
Best for travellers who want the widest network and Star Alliance miles.
Turkish Airlines specifications
| Main hub | Istanbul Airport (IST) |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1933 |
| Fleet size (approx.) | 490 aircraft |
| Destinations (approx.) | 340 |
| Alliance | Star Alliance |
| Loyalty programme | Miles&Smiles |
| Economy seat pitch (typical) | 31" |
| Economy checked baggage (typical) | 23-30 kg depending on fare and route |
| In-flight Wi-Fi | Yes, free messaging; paid browsing on most wide-bodies |
Score breakdown
- Overall (100%)
Scored against every airline in our database using the airlines weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Flies to more countries than any airline
- Star Alliance member
- Renowned in-flight catering
- Strong overall score (75/100 within airlines)
Cons
- No weak scoring group in its category
Compare Turkish Airlines against
Alternatives to Turkish Airlines
- Emirates 71/100
- Qatar Airways 50/100
- Etihad Airways 17/100
- Singapore Airlines 38/100
Sources
- Turkish Airlines: Turkish Airlines official (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.