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Quick facts about Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines (IATA: TK, ICAO: THY) is a TR airline and a member of the Star Alliance alliance.

Turkish Airlines is the national flag carrier of Turkey and one of the world's most geographically extensive airlines, renowned for its reach into Eastern Europe, Central Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Based at Istanbul Airport — one of the world's newest and largest aviation hubs — Turkish Airlines has grown rapidly to become a true global carrier connecting East and West.

Did you know? Turkish Airlines flies to more countries than any other airline in the world, serving destinations in over 120 countries — meaning it connects more nations than any rival carrier.

Turkish Airlines — Facts & Travel Tips

Key facts and practical tips for Turkish Airlines passengers

Main Hubs
Istanbul (IST)
Founded
1933 — 93 years of service
Fleet Size
~380 aircraft
Airbus A321neo, Airbus A350, Boeing 737 MAX, Boeing 777, Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Destinations
340+ destinations worldwide
Baggage Policy
Economy: 20kg checked bag on short-haul, 23kg on intercontinental. Business: 32kg. Carry-on: 8kg. Extra bag charges apply per segment.
Check-in Tips
Turkish Airlines online check-in opens 24 hours before departure. Istanbul Airport is a new mega-hub — allow extra time for transfers as it is one of the world's largest airport buildings.

How to Track Turkish Airlines Flights

Tracking a Turkish Airlines flight on Departra is simple. Enter your TK flight number in the search box above — for example, TK100 — and you will see the live status including:

  • Real-time aircraft position on an interactive map
  • Departure and arrival times with delay information
  • Gate and terminal assignments where available
  • Live weather at both departure and arrival airports
  • Aircraft type and altitude, speed, and heading data

Flight data typically becomes available 24 hours before the scheduled departure. For the most accurate information, check closer to your departure time.