Turkish Airlines further expands US network, doubles pre-pandemic capacity

Turkish Airlines has expanded its US network by adding a new route to Denver, putting the Star Alliance member on track to double pre-pandemic capacity to the country during the peak summer months. Denver International Airport (DEN) becomes the 14th destination in the U.S. served by the carrier and expands the Colorado airport’s international network to 31 nonstop destinations in 17 countries around the world—the most in its history. Flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) will initially operate three times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, with a fourth frequency on Sundays commencing on July 9. The inaugural service was operated with a Boeing 777-300 aircraft, but the airline intends to use Airbus A350-900s on the 5,310-nm route moving forward. “Thanks to this new flight, we are creating jobs and economic growth right here in Denver, while expanding opportunities for Denver businesses not just in Turkey, but in places around the globe that are served by Turkish Airlines,” Denver Mayor Mike Johnston says.<br/>