Turkish to Santiago

Turkish Airlines has started flights to Santiago in Chile, its 26th destination in the Americas, and it is the 10th country that the carrier is serving in the western hemisphere. Flights will operate four times a week from Istanbul to Santiago via São Paulo. Economy tickets for this route are priced at $1,099, and the return trip at $999.

This new route means that Turkish Airlines now flies to 131 countries, although some destinations are temporarily suspended. 

This achievement was officially recognised by Guinness with the ‘Most Countries Flown to by an Airline’ title. The record considered the 120 countries that Turkish flew to over the past year -- 31 more than its closest competitor.

The record certificate was presented at Santiago Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport in Chile after the Airlines’ inaugural flight to the country.  “We proudly showcase the strength of our flight network and reinforce our mission to connect people, cultures, and destinations around the globe,” said CEO Bilal Ekşi.

“This remarkable achievement affirms its vital role in the global aviation landscape,” said Talal Omar, VP for Middle East and North Africa and Türkiye at Guinness World Records.