Turkish Airlines will reactivate its airlift with Venezuela starting next March 03

Published at: 06/02/2026 09:33 PM

Turkish Airlines officially announced the reestablishment of its direct commercial operations between Istanbul International Airport (IST) and Maiquetia International Airport (CCS).

After a brief pause in its operations to the country, Türkiye's flag carrier will reactivate this strategic airlift on March 03, reaffirming its commitment to the Venezuelan market and the region's connectivity with the rest of the world.

The reactivation of this route not only represents the return of one of the most awarded airlines in the sector, but also consolidates Istanbul as the main link for Venezuelan passengers to destinations in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

The airline has designed an optimized itinerary for business and leisure travelers, operating initially with three weekly frequencies. The flights will be carried out under the following nomenclature:

Flight TK223: Istanbul (IST) — Caracas (CCS) route.

Flight TK224: Caracas (CCS) — Istanbul (IST) Route.

The statement addressed to commercial partners, states that “the return of Turkish Airlines to Caracas is a milestone for commercial aviation in Venezuela. This direct route ensures superior operational efficiency and raises comfort standards for passengers seeking global connections without intermediate stops.”

The route is expected to be operated by state-of-the-art aircraft, offering its world-class catering services and in-flight entertainment systems that have positioned the company as an industry leader.

With this reopening, a significant boost is expected in commercial exchange and tourist flow, strengthening ties between the two nations and improving the supply of international seats to and from Venezuela.