Turkish Airlines has launched its longest flight with the formal debut of its Istanbul to Sydney route.
The flag carrier landed on Sydney soil for the first time today, marking a monumental milestone as it expands to its second destination in Australia, reaching 351 destinations across six continents within its global network.
The flight between Istanbul and Sydney will be operated with the airline’s new, modern fleet of Airbus A350-900 aircraft which is designed for long haul comfort with 32 flatbed seats in business class, and 297 recliners for economy travellers.
Set to be operated four times a week via Kuala Lumpur, flights will take 19 hours with its 9,300-mile flight path. The new route will not only bolster the…