Turkish Airlines strengthens its China network with Chengdu

Turkish Airlines will operate its Istanbul–Chengdu flights to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport three times per week using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.

Turkish Airlines announces to launch scheduled flights to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province, as of November 11, 2026. Following Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, Chengdu will become the fourth destination on the Mainland China served by the flag carrier.

Commenting on the launch of the Chengdu route, Turkish Airlines CEO Ahmet Olmuştur said, “China holds a strategically important position among Turkish Airlines’ key markets. With the launch of our flights to Chengdu, one of China's foremost tourism, technology, and aviation centres, and a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, we are further strengthening our flight network in the country. We believe this new route will contribute to the continued growth of commercial, cultural, and tourism ties between Türkiye and China.”

Turkish Airlines will operate three weekly flights on the Istanbul–Chengdu route on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, while return flights from Chengdu to Istanbul will operate on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The new route will provide a direct connection between Chengdu, Türkiye, and Turkish Airlines' extensive global network.

Turkish Airlines will operate its Istanbul–Chengdu flights to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport three times per week using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, configured with a total capacity of 300 seats, including 30 Business Class and 270 Economy Class seats.