{"id":71502,"date":"2024-10-15T01:54:24","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T20:24:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=71502"},"modified":"2024-10-15T01:54:29","modified_gmt":"2024-10-14T20:24:29","slug":"turkish-airlines-prepones-istanbul-sydney-flight-launch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/15\/turkish-airlines-prepones-istanbul-sydney-flight-launch\/","title":{"rendered":"Turkish Airlines Prepones New Sydney Flight Launch via Kuala Lumpur"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>ISTANBUL-<\/strong> The Flag carrier of Turkiye, <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/tag\/turkish-airlines\/\">Turkish Airlines (TK) <\/a>advances its Sydney (SYD) service launch, scheduling the inaugural Istanbul (IST)-Kuala Lumpur (KUL)-Sydney flight for November 28, 2024, a week earlier than initially planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The airline will operate the first two flights using <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/tag\/Boeing-777-300ER-news\/\">Boeing 777-300ER aircraft <\/a>instead of the Airbus A350-900XWB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Turkish Airlines Airbus A350\" class=\"wp-image-71507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-50x28.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/xbjvvbjg.webp 1575w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Cl\u00e9ment Alloing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-turkish-airlines-prepones-sydney-flight\">Turkish Airlines Prepones Sydney Flight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new schedule for the first flights as reported by <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeroroutes.com\/eng\/241014-tknov24syd\">Aeroroutes<\/a> <\/em>is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TK174 will depart Istanbul at 15:15, arriving in Kuala Lumpur at 06:20 the next day. The flight will then continue to Sydney, landing at 18:30 local time. This route will operate on November 28 and 30, 2024.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TK175, the return flight, will leave Sydney at 20:40, reaching Kuala Lumpur at 01:55 the following day. It will then proceed to Istanbul, arriving at 10:15 local time. This service is scheduled for November 29 and December 1, 2024.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The carrier also operates three weekly flights between Istanbul and Melbourne (MEL) via Singapore (SIN) using the same aircraft type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The airline&#8217;s A350-900s, configured with 32 Business and 297 Economy seats, will offer 987 weekly seats each way on the Istanbul-Singapore-Melbourne route. The new Sydney service via Kuala Lumpur will provide 1,306 seats per week in each direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The regular schedule for the Istanbul-Sydney route will operate four times weekly<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Departure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TK174 departs Istanbul at 15:15, arriving in Kuala Lumpur at 06:20+1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TK174 departs Kuala Lumpur at 07:40, arriving in Sydney at 18:30<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Return Flight<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TK175 departs Sydney at 20:40, arriving in Kuala Lumpur at 01:55+1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TK175 departs Kuala Lumpur at 03:55, arriving in Istanbul at 10:15<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee, Prof. Ahmet Bolat, expressed enthusiasm when TK announced it last month, for the new route, stating it strengthens the airline&#8217;s presence in Australia and enhances connectivity for passengers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bolat also revealed plans for future non-stop flights to Sydney once suitable long-range aircraft become available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Qantas Airbus A350-1000\" class=\"wp-image-71509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-50x28.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-1600x900.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-2048x1152.webp 2048w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/o0cazlbf-1200x675.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Cl\u00e9ment Alloing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-status-match-with-qantas\">Status Match with Qantas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkish Airlines launches an aggressive loyalty campaign, offering instant status matches to <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/tag\/qantas\/\">Qantas (QF)<\/a> Platinum and Platinum One members. Accepted applicants receive four months of Elite tier membership in Turkish Airlines&#8217; Miles&amp;Smiles program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Elite tier provides numerous benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Airport lounge access for members, family, or a guest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free seat selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased baggage allowance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8216;Hold the price&#8217; service at no cost<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Special meal request options<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This move aims to attract high-value frequent flyers from Qantas, potentially shifting loyalty dynamics in the Australian market. Turkish Airlines is strategically enhancing its frequent flyer offerings to compete with Qantas&#8217; established program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a Star Alliance member, Turkish Airlines&#8217; Elite status equates to Star Alliance Gold, extending benefits across partner airlines like Singapore Airlines, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, ANA, and United Airlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-1024x681.png\" alt=\"Turkish Airlines Prepones New Sydney Flight Launch via Kuala Lumpur\" class=\"wp-image-61742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-1024x681.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-1600x1064.png 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-1536x1022.png 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-2048x1363.png 2048w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-750x499.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-76-1140x758.png 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/robin_hrdy\" rel=\"nofollow\">Robin HARDY<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-direct-flight-in-2026\">Direct Flight in 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkish Airlines plans to launch non-stop flights between Istanbul and Sydney in 2026, utilizing the <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=A350-1000\">Airbus A350-1000<\/a>. The airline recently ordered 220 Airbus aircraft, including 70 A350s: 50 A350-900s, 15 A350-1000s, and 5 A350Fs, along with 150 A321s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sydney Airport CEO Scott Charlton welcomed the announcement, highlighting the direct flights as a milestone for European travel. Charlton emphasized the seamless access to numerous destinations via Turkish Airlines&#8217; Istanbul hub and praised the airline&#8217;s selection of Sydney for its first non-stop service to Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The CEO noted the significant Turkish-Australian population in New South Wales, with over 15,000 Turkish-born residents. He also pointed out Turkey&#8217;s popularity as a destination for Australian travelers, expressing confidence in strong support for the new service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkish Airlines dominates global aviation, operating flights to more countries than any other carrier. The airline&#8217;s extensive network primarily radiates from Istanbul Airport (IST), complemented by select cargo-only routes. Turkish Airlines spans five continents: Africa, America, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Current data reveals that Turkish Airlines serves over 50 domestic destinations and more than 260 international locations. The carrier&#8217;s reach extends to nearly 140 countries through a combination of passenger and cargo services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The airline maintains a modern fleet of 360 aircraft, with an average age of 9 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Qatar Airways Boeing 777\" class=\"wp-image-71505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-50x28.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-1600x900.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6j3gwkff.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Cl\u00e9ment Alloing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-qatar-airways-blocked-flight-controversy\">Qatar Airways Blocked Flight Controversy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This expansion occurs amid controversy surrounding the Australian government&#8217;s rejection of Qatar Airways&#8217; bid to double its flights to <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Australia\">Australia<\/a>. The decision prompted a Senate inquiry and allegations of Qantas exerting undue influence on government policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Qatar Airways&#8217; blocked expansion could have potentially reduced airfares on European routes and increased tourism revenue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkish Airlines formally applied for bilateral air rights with Australia in late 2023, marking a significant development in the country&#8217;s aviation landscape. Concurrently, Qatar Airways has resubmitted its application for increased flights following the controversial rejection in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>New Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson has stated that the airline will not oppose Qatar Airways&#8217; latest application, potentially signaling a shift in the competitive dynamics of Australia&#8217;s international air travel market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All Photos except Airbus A350-1000 belong to <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/CAlloing\" rel=\"nofollow\">Cl\u00e9ment Alloing (@CAlloing) \/ X<\/a>. 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