Turkish Airways, the worldwide service that flies to extra nations than another airline, is strengthening its UAE operations with the introduction of two every day flights between Abu Dhabi and Istanbul beginning October 26, 2025.
The enlargement will increase the airline’s frequency from ten to 14 weekly flights, providing travellers larger flexibility and enhanced connectivity throughout Turkish Airways’ international community of greater than 350 locations.
With this growth, passengers from Abu Dhabi will profit from two every day departures, unlocking simpler entry not solely to Istanbul but additionally to the airline’s intensive worldwide locations by way of its Istanbul hub — a key international transit gateway.
Turkish Airways Abu Dhabi flights
Each day flight schedule (native occasions):
- TK869: Depart Abu Dhabi (AUH) 1.35am → Arrive Istanbul (IST) 5.30am
- TK867: Depart Abu Dhabi (AUH) 7.55am → Arrive Istanbul (IST) 12.10pm
The frequency enhance coincides with Turkish Airways’ forty fourth 12 months of operations within the UAE, underscoring the service’s long-standing dedication to connecting the Emirates with the world.
Erol Şenol, Vice President, Gross sales (Center East and Cyprus) at Turkish Airways, mentioned: “The introduction of double every day flights from Abu Dhabi marks not solely a fruits of over 4 many years of flag service’s presence within the UAE, but additionally a renewed dedication to providing our visitors extra alternative, comfort, and connectivity.
“We’re proud to function a bridge between Türkiye and the world by means of our Istanbul hub, bringing individuals, cultures, and alternatives nearer collectively.”
Fares for the Abu Dhabi–Istanbul route will begin from AED950 ($259).
