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Turkish Airlines TK: baggage, check-in and tickets

This Turkish Airlines airline profile collects practical passenger information for TK flights: routes, baggage, check-in, fare families, extra services, pets and contacts. On iFly.ua you can check available Turkish Airlines flights, compare baggage and fare conditions, and choose a suitable itinerary by route and date.

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Turkish Airlines is the flag-carrier airline of Türkiye and a large network carrier based around Istanbul. This profile summarizes Turkish Airlines flights, route examples, cabin and checked baggage, online and airport check-in, fare brands, additional services, pet rules and customer contact options.

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Turkish Airlines overview

Turkish Airlines is a Turkish network airline with IATA code TK, ICAO code THY and callsign TURKISH. The IATA member record lists the legal name as Turkish Airlines Inc.

The airline operates a broad international and domestic network through Istanbul, with passenger itineraries often combining Turkish Airlines-operated flights, AnadoluJet/AJet-style domestic connections, interline segments or codeshares. Always check the operating carrier in the ticket because baggage, check-in and special-service rules can change on partner-operated flights.

Turkish Airlines routes

Turkish Airlines publishes one of the largest country networks in the airline industry. Its route map changes by season, demand, aircraft and traffic rights, so the examples below are route examples rather than a guarantee for every date.

  • European examples may include Istanbul to London, Paris, Amsterdam, Rome, Berlin, Madrid, Vienna, Zurich, Prague, Warsaw, Athens and Dublin.
  • Long-haul examples may include Istanbul to New York, Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, Toronto, Buenos Aires, Tokyo, Seoul, Bangkok, Singapore, Johannesburg, Cape Town and Nairobi.
  • Regional examples may include Istanbul to Dubai, Doha, Baku, Tbilisi, Tashkent, Cairo, Beirut, Tel Aviv, Tehran and selected domestic points within Türkiye.
  • For a specific date, check the current schedule, operating carrier and baggage concept, then search Turkish Airlines flights before relying on a route.

Turkish Airlines baggage

Turkish Airlines cabin baggage is separated by cabin class. Economy Class passengers may take 1 cabin bag up to 8 kg and 55x40x23 cm plus 1 personal item up to 40x30x15 cm. Business Class passengers may take 2 cabin bags, each up to 8 kg and 55x40x23 cm, plus 1 personal item.

Checked baggage depends on the route, fare brand and whether the ticket uses weight or piece concept. On piece-concept routes, the airline commonly lists 23 kg for Economy Class and 32 kg for Business Class, with a maximum total size of 158 cm per piece. Some branded fares, promotional tickets, codeshares or partner-operated flights can have a different allowance or no included checked bag, so passengers should check the baggage calculator and ticket receipt before travel.

Oversized and overweight baggage is charged separately. Turkish Airlines publishes oversized baggage charges from USD 90 on international routes and from TRY 1,000 on domestic routes, while exact excess, sports equipment and special baggage prices depend on route and item.

Turkish Airlines check-in

Turkish Airlines online check-in starts 24 hours before departure and ends 90 minutes before scheduled takeoff. Online check-in may be unavailable for some routes, airports, passenger types or special-service bookings.

The airline recommends arriving at the airport about 3 hours before international flights and about 2 hours before domestic flights. If check-in has already been completed online, airport procedures should still be finished no later than 60 minutes before international flights and 45 minutes before domestic flights. Airport and boarding deadlines can be stricter for document checks, baggage drop, pets, children travelling alone or special assistance.

Turkish Airlines fares and included services

Turkish Airlines publishes Economy fare brands such as EcoFly, ExtraFly, Flexfly and PrimeFly, and Business fare brands such as BusinessFly and BusinessPrime. The exact brand availability depends on market and route.

EcoFly is the most restrictive Economy option and normally focuses on the lowest ticket price with fewer included services. ExtraFly usually adds more included services than EcoFly, such as baggage or seat-related benefits where available. Flexfly adds more flexible change and refund conditions than lower Economy brands. PrimeFly is the most flexible Economy brand and is designed for passengers who need broader change and refund options.

BusinessFly includes Business Class service with fare rules that are less flexible than BusinessPrime. BusinessPrime is the more flexible Business fare brand, with broader change and refund conditions where the fare is offered. Change, cancellation, refund, no-show and reissue rules can differ before and after departure, by market, currency and ticketing channel, so passengers should read the fare conditions shown during booking.

Turkish Airlines services

Turkish Airlines services can include seat selection, additional baggage, sports equipment, special baggage, special meals, in-flight entertainment, lounge access for eligible passengers, paid or included priority services, wheelchair assistance, medical or mobility assistance, unaccompanied minor service and pet transport.

Availability and price depend on route, aircraft, cabin, fare brand and sales channel. Some services must be requested before departure, especially pets, children travelling alone, special assistance, sports equipment, extra baggage, medical clearance or itineraries that include a codeshare or partner-operated segment.

Turkish Airlines pets

Turkish Airlines accepts cats, dogs and small singing birds in the cabin on eligible passenger flights, subject to prior approval, route rules and aircraft limits. Pet and carrier together must not exceed 8 kg for cabin travel, and the cabin carrier dimensions are listed as 23x30x40 cm.

Some animal combinations are restricted in the same cabin or aircraft, and other animals or heavier pets may require hold transport or cargo arrangements where available. Passengers are responsible for vaccination records, pet passports, health certificates, entry permits and transit rules for every country in the itinerary.

Turkish Airlines contacts

Turkish Airlines support is organized through the Help Center, feedback channels, call centers, airport service points and the smart travel assistant on WhatsApp. The available phone number, language and service route can depend on the passenger's country and request type.

The published headquarters address is Turkish Airlines General Management Building, Ataturk Airport, Yesilkoy 34149 Istanbul Türkiye. The headquarters phone is +90 212 463 63 63 and the fax is +90 212 465 21 21.

For baggage claims, special assistance, pets, children travelling alone, medical clearance, compensation requests or feedback, contact the airline before departure where possible and keep the confirmation in the booking. If the itinerary includes a codeshare, also check which airline operates each flight segment.

Baggage

Hand baggage

Personal item

All fares 40x30x15 cm 85 cm total

All passengers may take 1 personal item such as a handbag, camera, umbrella or laptop bag up to 40x30x15 cm, subject to current cabin-baggage rules.

Economy cabin bag

Economy Class 8 kg 55x40x23 cm 118 cm total

Economy Class passengers may take 1 cabin bag up to 8 kg and 55x40x23 cm, plus 1 personal item within the airline's personal-item size.

Business cabin bags

Business Class 2 pc 8 kg 55x40x23 cm 118 cm total

Business Class passengers may take 2 cabin bags, each up to 8 kg and 55x40x23 cm, plus 1 personal item.

Infant cabin allowance

Infant allowance 8 kg 55x40x23 cm 118 cm total

For infants, Turkish Airlines publishes an 8 kg cabin allowance. Strollers, baby carriages and infant items can be subject to airport and aircraft acceptance rules.

Checked baggage

Economy checked bag on piece-concept routes

Economy piece-concept routes 23 kg 158 cm total Paid option

On piece-concept routes, Economy Class checked baggage is commonly listed at 23 kg per piece and 158 cm maximum total size. The number of pieces and whether baggage is included depend on route and fare brand.

Business checked bag on piece-concept routes

Business piece-concept routes 32 kg 158 cm total Paid option

On piece-concept routes, Business Class checked baggage is commonly listed at 32 kg per piece and 158 cm maximum total size. Route, fare brand and operating carrier remain decisive.

Excess and oversized baggage

All fares Paid option

Extra, overweight and oversized baggage can be purchased where available. Oversized baggage fees are published from USD 90 on international routes and from TRY 1,000 on domestic routes, with final pricing depending on route and baggage concept.

Sports equipment

Sports equipment

All fares Paid option

Sports equipment can be accepted subject to route, aircraft, dimensions, weight and prior payment or confirmation. Check the item-specific rule before travel.

Pets

Pet in cabin

Cabin pet 8 kg 40x30x23 cm 93 cm total Paid option

Eligible cats, dogs and small singing birds may travel in the cabin with prior approval. Pet and carrier together must not exceed 8 kg, and the carrier dimensions are listed as 23x30x40 cm.

Check-in

Airport check-in and document control

Turkish Airlines recommends arriving 3 hours before international flights and 2 hours before domestic flights. If checked in online, complete airport procedures no later than 60 minutes before international flights and 45 minutes before domestic flights.

Online check-in

Opens: 24 h Closes: 1 h 30 min

Online check-in starts 24 hours before departure and ends 90 minutes before scheduled takeoff. Availability can depend on route, airport, passenger type, special services and operating carrier.

Open check-in

Services

Meals and special meals

available Included

Turkish Airlines meal service depends on route and cabin. Special meals may need to be requested before departure.

In-flight entertainment

limited Included

In-flight entertainment is available on many aircraft. Content, screens and connectivity can vary by aircraft type and route.

Lounge access

limited Included

Lounge access is available for eligible passengers, typically depending on cabin, status, airport and itinerary.

Priority services

limited Included

Priority check-in, boarding or baggage handling may be available for eligible passengers depending on cabin, fare, status and airport.

Children and unaccompanied minors

available Paid option

Services for children and unaccompanied minors depend on age, route, documents and advance confirmation. Airport paperwork can take extra time.

Special assistance

available Included

Wheelchair, mobility or medical assistance should be requested before travel. Availability and airport handling depend on passenger needs, route and documents.

Additional and special baggage

available Paid option from USD 90 international / TRY 1,000 domestic for oversized baggage

Additional baggage, oversized baggage and special baggage can be purchased where available. Oversized baggage is published from USD 90 on international routes and from TRY 1,000 on domestic routes.

Contacts

Turkey

Phone: +90 212 463 63 63

Address: Turkish Airlines General Management Building, Ataturk Airport, Yesilkoy 34149 Istanbul Türkiye

Turkish Airlines headquarters contact published on the official get-in-touch page. Fax: +90 212 465 21 21.

Turkey

Passengers travelling with pets, children alone, wheelchair or medical assistance, sports equipment or special baggage should contact Turkish Airlines before departure where possible and keep the confirmation in the booking.

Turkey

Use Turkish Airlines Help Center, feedback channels, call centers, airport service points or the smart travel assistant on WhatsApp for passenger support. Phone numbers, languages and routing depend on country and request type.

FAQ

  • Important before departure

    Before departure, check the exact Turkish Airlines ticket conditions rather than relying only on a general profile. Baggage, online check-in, travel documents, pets, children services, special assistance and codeshare rules may depend on fare brand, route, airport, departure date and operating carrier.

    • Confirm cabin and checked baggage in the ticket or baggage calculator, especially if the itinerary includes a partner-operated or codeshare flight.
    • Complete online check-in where available, but still allow time for document checks, baggage drop, pet acceptance, child-service paperwork or wheelchair assistance.
    • For international routes, verify passport, visa, transit, entry and pet-document rules before travelling.
  • What baggage is included with Turkish Airlines?

    Included baggage depends on route, cabin class, fare brand and baggage concept. Economy cabin baggage is 1 piece up to 8 kg plus a personal item; Business cabin baggage is 2 pieces up to 8 kg each plus a personal item. Checked baggage can be 23 kg in Economy and 32 kg in Business on piece-concept routes, but the ticket and baggage calculator are authoritative.

  • How much cabin baggage can I take on Turkish Airlines?

    Economy Class passengers may take 1 cabin bag up to 8 kg and 55x40x23 cm plus 1 personal item up to 40x30x15 cm. Business Class passengers may take 2 cabin bags, each up to 8 kg and 55x40x23 cm, plus 1 personal item.

  • When does Turkish Airlines online check-in open?

    Online check-in starts 24 hours before departure and ends 90 minutes before scheduled takeoff. Some routes, airports, passenger types and special-service bookings may still require airport processing.

  • Where can I check Turkish Airlines flight status?

    Use the Turkish Airlines flight status page or manage-booking flow to check current departure, arrival, gate and schedule information. Airport displays and staff remain authoritative during disruptions.

  • Can I travel with a pet on Turkish Airlines?

    Turkish Airlines can accept eligible cats, dogs and small singing birds, subject to prior approval and route rules. For cabin travel, pet and carrier together must not exceed 8 kg and the cabin carrier dimensions are listed as 23x30x40 cm.

  • How do I contact Turkish Airlines?

    Use the official contact and feedback channels, local call-center numbers or airport offices. For baggage claims, pets, special assistance or children travelling alone, contact the airline before travel and keep the confirmation in your booking.

  • Which additional services does Turkish Airlines offer?

    Additional services can include seat selection, extra baggage, sports equipment, special meals, lounge access for eligible passengers, priority services, unaccompanied minor service, wheelchair or medical assistance and pet transport. Availability and price depend on route, cabin, fare brand and operating carrier.