Air Transat unveils Toronto-Istanbul flights, Turkish Airlines partnership

Air Transat will launch a new year-round non-stop route between Toronto and Istanbul starting December 6, the airline said Thursday (June 19).

The service will operate twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Air Transat and Turkish Airlines have also established an interline partnership aimed at strengthening air service between Canada and Türkiye, while offering travel options to destinations across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

Since 2024, Istanbul has been accessible visa-free to Canadian citizens, and it attracts millions of visitors every year thanks to its unique heritage, cosmopolitan atmosphere, and diverse tourism offerings.

This new service strengthens Air Transat's presence in Toronto by capitalizing on the seamless connections offered through its joint venture with Porter Airlines, notably from Western Canada, Ottawa, Montreal and the Maritimes.

Tickets for the new route will be available for booking within the next few days, the airline says.  

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