Turkish Airlines has officially launched scheduled flights to Chengdu, one of western China’s leading economic, cultural, and technological hubs, marking another step in the airline’s expansion across the Chinese market.
The inaugural flight took place on November 11, 2026, making Chengdu the fourth city in mainland China served by Turkish Airlines, alongside Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.
Home to more than 21 million people, Chengdu is a major center for trade, logistics, and finance, hosting numerous multinational companies across strategic industries, including electronics, automotive, aviation, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence.
Recognized by UNESCO as a “City of Gastronomy,” Chengdu also attracts millions of visitors annually with its renowned Sichuan cuisine and the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
Chengdu Route Strengthens Türkiye-China Connectivity
Commenting on the launch, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee, Prof. Murat Şeker, said China holds a strategically important position among the airline’s key markets.
He added that the new route to Chengdu, one of China’s leading tourism, technology, and aviation centers, would further strengthen Turkish Airlines’ network in the country and contribute to the continued growth of commercial, cultural, and tourism ties between Türkiye and China.
Turkish Airlines will operate three weekly flights between Istanbul and Chengdu on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, while return flights will operate on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Flights to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport will be operated using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, providing passengers with a direct connection between Chengdu, Türkiye, and the airline’s extensive global network.
Turkish Airlines Offers Special Fares Starting at $540
To celebrate the launch of the new route, Turkish Airlines is offering special fares starting from USD 540 for travel between Istanbul and Chengdu.
The promotional fares are available through the airline’s official website, while prices may vary at sales offices and travel agencies.
The flight schedule is as follows:
TK 226 – Istanbul to Chengdu
- Start date: November 11, 2026
- Operating days: Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
- Departure: Istanbul Airport at 02:05
- Arrival: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport at 15:40
TK 227 – Chengdu to Istanbul
- Start date: November 12, 2026
- Operating days: Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
- Departure: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport at 00:45
- Arrival: Istanbul Airport at 05:55
All times are local.
For more information about Turkish Airlines and its flight schedules, visit www.turkishairlines.com or contact the airline through its customer service number, 444 0 849.
Turkish Airlines, established in 1933 with a fleet of five aircraft, is a member of Star Alliance and operates a fleet of 571 passenger and cargo aircraft, serving 359 destinations across 133 countries, including 306 international and 53 domestic destinations.
