{"id":27102,"date":"2024-09-17T16:00:45","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T06:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=27102"},"modified":"2024-09-26T07:00:06","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T21:00:06","slug":"turkish-airlines-to-launch-non-stop-sydney-service","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/turkish-airlines-to-launch-non-stop-sydney-service\/","title":{"rendered":"Istanbul Awaits: Turkish Airlines to Introduce Direct Flights From Sydney"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Turkish Airlines just made it easier than ever for Sydneysiders to visit Istanbul.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkish Airlines has announced that Sydney will be the inaugural destination in Australia to receive non-stop flights from Istanbul, once an aircraft capable of completing the journey in a single leg becomes available. Starting in December, flights will operate four times a week, initially including a refuelling stop in Kuala Lumpur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-stop services to Sydney are anticipated by 2026, with Melbourne to follow by 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe are proud that Turkish Airlines chose Sydney and New South Wales for its first non-stop service, which is a strong endorsement of everything our city and state has to offer,\u201d said Sydney Airport CEO Scott Charlton. \u201cWith T\u00fcrkiye consistently rated as one of the top destinations for Australian travellers, we\u2019re confident this service will be strongly supported.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Turkish Airlines Chairman Ahmet Bolat stated that the development makes it easier for travellers from both countries to explore each other&#8217;s rich heritage, vibrant cultures and breathtaking landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis new route not only enhances our flight network but also reaffirms our commitment to our presence in Australia as we connect our guests to new opportunities and experiences,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The new flights are expected to bring an additional 68,620 inbound seats to Sydney over 12 months, supporting 290 jobs and generating an estimated A$53 million for New South Wales visitor economy, according to the state\u2019s Minister for Jobs and Tourism John Graham.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lux_UI lux_offer_carousel\">\n\t\n\t<h3>Discover Istanbul<\/h3>\t\n\t<section class=\"splide lux_offer_carousel_feed\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Discover Istanbul\">\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__arrows\">\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button>\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<div class=\"splide__track\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__list\">\n\t\t\t\n<div id=\"offer_7784dd70-2e54-4b89-b850-34ba8c9f81aa\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_d3b2cb1c65e8e80341d430b6433857b7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/hotel-amira-istanbul\/7784dd70-2e54-4b89-b850-34ba8c9f81aa\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"Hotel Amira Istanbul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/lzi996ayleyctgpellyc.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/lzi996ayleyctgpellyc.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/lzi996ayleyctgpellyc.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/lzi996ayleyctgpellyc.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/lzi996ayleyctgpellyc.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/lzi996ayleyctgpellyc.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Hotel Amira Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Istanbul, Turkey<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Hotel Amira Istanbul<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$546<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_dc0a3d79-fb10-4f98-b4ad-f043b491d6a8\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_d3b2cb1c65e8e80341d430b6433857b7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/hotel-saint-sophia\/dc0a3d79-fb10-4f98-b4ad-f043b491d6a8\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"Hotel Saint Sophia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/ckqwt42giofzo2cin7ni.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/ckqwt42giofzo2cin7ni.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/ckqwt42giofzo2cin7ni.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/ckqwt42giofzo2cin7ni.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/ckqwt42giofzo2cin7ni.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/ckqwt42giofzo2cin7ni.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Hotel Saint Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Istanbul, Turkey<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Hotel Saint Sophia<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this Beaux Arts hotel include concierge services and a reception hall.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$659<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_6592d858-235b-4e90-923e-d2719ae74e84\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_d3b2cb1c65e8e80341d430b6433857b7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/swissotel-the-bosphorus-istanbul\/6592d858-235b-4e90-923e-d2719ae74e84\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/pj0q529krs09q9i7ontql.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/pj0q529krs09q9i7ontql.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/pj0q529krs09q9i7ontql.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/pj0q529krs09q9i7ontql.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/pj0q529krs09q9i7ontql.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/pj0q529krs09q9i7ontql.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Istanbul, Turkey<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You&#8217;re sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including outdoor tennis courts, a health club, and an indoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops\/newsstands.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,060<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000Jjw0QYAR\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_d3b2cb1c65e8e80341d430b6433857b7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/sofitel-istanbul-taksim-turkey-europe\/006RF00000Jjw0QYAR\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Sofitel Istanbul Taksim\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/j3vwc2in755juz6al2w.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/j3vwc2in755juz6al2w.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/j3vwc2in755juz6al2w.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/j3vwc2in755juz6al2w.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/j3vwc2in755juz6al2w.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/j3vwc2in755juz6al2w.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Sofitel Istanbul Taksim, Istanbul, Turkey\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Istanbul, Turkey<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Sofitel Istanbul Taksim<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">French-Inspired Istanbul Glamour near Taksim Square with Rooftop Pool, Restaurant &#038; 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src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/7ak7x43f0r5gvwa6wauj.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/7ak7x43f0r5gvwa6wauj.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/7ak7x43f0r5gvwa6wauj.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/7ak7x43f0r5gvwa6wauj.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/7ak7x43f0r5gvwa6wauj.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/7ak7x43f0r5gvwa6wauj.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, an IHG Hotel, Istanbul, Turkiye\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Istanbul, Turkiye<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Crowne Plaza Istanbul &#8211; Old 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class=\"type\">total<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_0062y000003H8f5AAC\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_d3b2cb1c65e8e80341d430b6433857b7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/ciragan-palace-kempinski-istanbul-turkey\/0062y000003H8f5AAC\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"\u00c7\u0131ra\u011fan Palace Kempinski Istanbul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/ect91cypevrwvm77lys.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/ect91cypevrwvm77lys.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/ect91cypevrwvm77lys.webp 400w, 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class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,586<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"offer_x\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Istanbul&#038;destinationId=le_d5600c67f03e338e56a8ade3786e243e&#038;adults=2&#038;children=none&#038;flexibleWithDate=true&#038;pages=2\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"carousel\" data-name=\"View all Istanbul escapes\">\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"slide_cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cta_tag\">Looking for something else?<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View all<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"cta\">\n\t\t<a 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