Turkish Airlines Strengthens Its Flight Network in China with Chengdu – Flights Commence
Turkish Airlines launched scheduled flights to Chengdu, one of the most important economic, cultural, and technological centers in western China, as of November 11, 2026. Chengdu became the fourth city Turkish Airlines serves in mainland China, following Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.
As the capital of the Sichuan province and one of China’s leading cities with a population exceeding 21 million, Chengdu stands as an important trade, logistics, and financial hub. It hosts numerous international companies operating in strategic sectors such as electronics, automotive, aviation, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence.
Recognized as a “City of Gastronomy” by UNESCO, the city welcomes millions of visitors every year with its world-renowned Sichuan cuisine, as well as the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, the natural habitat of giant pandas.
Speaking at the program organized after the inaugural flight to Chengdu, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee Prof. Dr. Murat Şeker stated, “China holds an important place among the strategic markets of Turkish Airlines. We are further strengthening our flight network in the country with the flights we have launched to Chengdu, one of China’s most important tourism, technology, and aviation centers, as well as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. We believe that this new route will contribute to the development of commercial, cultural, and touristic relations between Türkiye and China.”
Turkish Airlines will operate flights at a frequency of three times a week, on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays on the Istanbul–Chengdu route, and on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays on the Chengdu–Istanbul route. The new route will directly connect Chengdu to Türkiye and Turkish Airlines’ global network. Flights to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport will be operated with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
As part of the special launch campaign, round-trip tickets on the Istanbul–Chengdu and Chengdu–Istanbul routes will be offered starting at 540 USD. The stated fares are valid on the official website of Turkish Airlines and may vary at ticket sales offices and agencies.
