Turkish Airlines Resumes Flights to Benghazi After 10 Years
Turkish Airlines has resumed its flights from Istanbul to Libya's northeastern city of Benghazi after a hiatus of 10 years, according to Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu.
Three Weekly Flights to Benghazi
Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced that Turkish Airlines will be operating three flights per week to Benghazi, marking a significant milestone in air travel between Turkey and Libya.
Flight Operations to Libya
A Turkish Airlines plane took off from Istanbul Airport on Tuesday morning, embarking on a two-and-a-half-hour journey to Benina International Airport in Benghazi.
Plans for Expansion
THY CEO Bilal Ekşi expressed optimism about the future, stating that the airline plans to increase both the frequency of flights and the number of destinations served in the coming period.
History of Turkish Airlines in Libya
Turkish Airlines initiated flights to Benghazi in May 2009 but had to suspend operations in January 2015 due to security concerns stemming from the unstable situation in Libya.
Resumption of Flights to Libya
Following a period of improved security conditions, some international airlines, including Turkish Airlines, have resumed flights to Libya, contributing to the reestablishment of air connectivity to the North African nation.
Geographic Advantage of Türkiye
Minister Uraloğlu highlighted Türkiye's strategic geographical position, which has been leveraged to develop a robust aviation sector, connecting the country to 67 nations with a combined GDP of $51.2 trillion within a four-hour flight radius.
Global Reach of Turkish Airlines
THY CEO Bilal Ekşi underlined Turkish Airlines' global presence, serving 131 countries and operating flights to 352 destinations across six continents with a modern fleet of 492 aircraft.
Expansion of Airport Infrastructure
Minister Uraloğlu revealed that Türkiye has constructed 32 new airports in the last 22 years, facilitating access to 58 domestic and 349 international destinations by air, further enhancing the country's connectivity.
Recent Route Expansions
In December 2024, Turkish Airlines resumed flights to Santiago, Chile, and launched new services on the Istanbul-Kuala Lumpur-Sydney route, expanding its network to offer more travel options to passengers.
