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So our flight TK53 was supposed to leave from BKK to IST at around 23:15. They kept delaying it due to operational reasons until we received the notification at 00:30 that the flight is cancelled. They let us know our next flight is at 20:00 and that we're getting a hotel. However, it's 02:00 and we're still at the gate. Is this normal?

We are preparing to book our flight on Turkish Air. The JJ class is not refundable and does not allow any TA compensation for cancellation. We called an insurance aggregator that we work with and he explained that if you can’t formally cancel a flight, then you can’t insure it. I am not sure that is actually correct.

Has anyone had any experience insuring a nonrefundable flight?

I got notified recently that Turkish Airlines canceled one of my flights in September due to force majeure. Seems a long way out to claim that? Alternative connections offered right now are pretty poor, with basically double the travel time and stopovers. Do I have any recourse, besides changing to one of these long 2-3 stop routes right now? Or is it likely TA will bring back the route and I can change to a more reasonable connection in a few weeks/months?

I’m theorizing somehow this is an attempt to get cancellations and then rebookings at higher fares due to current fuel prices.

Just received a text that our flights from IST to NBJ / LAD were cancelled due to Force Majeure. I looked to see which flights Turkish was cancelling as a result of the war - but they were only to ME destinations not Africa.

Booked with UA miles and have to be in Luanda on certain date (next 2 weeks) - only option is to book award travel on Ethiopian, which is nice but not the same as Turkish. Anyone else seeing flights cancelled? because i cant see any inventory from Turkish on UA booking page, im wondering if they cancelled all award travel inventory?

I was next in line to check in for my flight with Qatar Airways when the airspace across most of the Middle East suddenly closed. While it cost a small fortune, required 4 separate flights and took 3 days, I managed to return to Australia. The trip home included flying business class with Turkish Airways from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur.

If like me, you haven’t been to Istanbul for a few years, then prepare yourself. Istanbul International Airport is now the largest privately-owned airport in the world, and the second busiest in Europe (after London Heathrow). It is massive.

Turkish Airlines Lounge Options

International business class passengers with Turkish Airlines have the choice of 2 separate lounges. The Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge opposite Gate E1 is the primary location. The second option is the Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles Lounge opposite Gate C1.

Both occupy an area of 5,600 m2 and can accommodate 765 guests.

To enter, you simply scan your boarding pass at one the turnstiles. Then you can stow your carry-on baggage in an all-glass locker and join the fray. There are street-style cooking stations where chefs serve hot pide breads stuffed with meats and cheeses and fresh pasta dishes or head for colossal salad bar where you’ll find a remarkable selection made from fresh produce.

There’s the typical barista station, self-serve selection of local and French reds and whites as well as prosecco in gold bottles. Plus, there are soft drinks, water and beer available from open fridges. If that’s not convincing enough there are roving masseurs giving free 10-minute massages to weary travellers. If you haven’t got the time or patience to circle around in search for a seat, I recommend you head for the Miles & Smiles Lounge were there are usually much smaller numbers.

Inflight Experience

The aircraft was a modern and new A350-900 with business class in a 1-2-1 configuration. While they don’t have suites with sliding doors, the seats offer reasonable privacy and convert to a fully flat bed with the press of a button. Each has a password-protected lockable storage area, an illuminated magazine rack and much more. I was initially disappointed to learn they don’t provide bedding like many other airlines, but the seat was surprisingly comfortable in the fully flat position.

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Unique to Turkish Airlines is the dedicated onboard chef responsible for the business class meals. It’s their sole responsibility and they are dressed for the part. I have to say the meals were well presented, tasty and cooked to perfection.

Now for the level of service – the cabin crew were exceptional. They were friendly and engaging and nothing was too much trouble. I managed to get a decent amount of sleep and woke to discover at some time during the night, one of the crew took the initiative to cover me with a duvet to keep warm.

The experience with Turkish Airlines was 5 stars all the way. It was my first time flying with this airline, but it certainly won’t be my last.

Hi guys I’m traveling to Pakistan next month. Just was wondering if anyone had any cancellations? I planned to in March but tickets got cancelled so don’t want it to happen this time.

I'm flying business class in the a350, and I've read that the cabins can run hot, which I hate. Does anyone know if rechargeable personal fans are allowed?

I work for a US based airline and gifts for inflight crew for international flights are common. I’ve never flown a

non-us based airline before and was wondering if this is common practice still or viewed negatively?

Hello guys, I will reach IST at 22:30 and my next flight is at 14:30 the next day (Both TK flights). I am planning to use the Touristanbul option 08:00-11:30 .

But i want to wait inside the terminal. What should i do?

I know that the desk is on the arrivals and after the customs. Also there is no way to book it online (website does not work properly). So once i reach from my first flight, where should i go? If i go to international connections (i.e inside the terminal), then i cannot exit, right?

Please any advice? I cannot wait outside in the arrivals the whole night..nothing to do there.. I prefer inside the terminal.

Hello guys, my flight IST-JED cancelled today (first week of May). Most probably is due to fuel cost as the rest IST-JED flights are not cancelled. Looks like they cancel random flights as i read for some cancellations in Denmark too. Any clue whats happening?

idk why they can’t let us change it on settings 💔 such a L

Is there an issue if my 2nd name is missing from the booking? Surname and the first name are correct. But the names is composed of ‘John-Andrew’ for example and surname ‘Doe’. Name on ticket is ‘John Doe’.

Could it be an issue?

Many thanks.

Hi everyone! Has anyone successfully flown in the last week from the USA to Pakistan? I’m trying to go to Lahore next week and normally go through Qatar. But I’m not really trusting those flights will stick…

Any luck coming through Istanbul? Thanks in advance. Thank you again.

Hi everyone! My flight is on Monday April 27, my problem is my plane ticket has my middle name on it but in my passport is nothing... is their any problem, can still continue my flight? Anyone experienced this? Any answer please! Im nervous

Hi. I will be flying from BKK to LHR via IST with Turkish airlines and I have a few questions please.

1. My transfer time is, pending no delays, 1.5 hours, flying in business with fast track perk. I understand that I'll have to go through a security check and my question is can I take it easy and walk at a normal pace to make the transfer?

2. Is there a way to find out my arrival gate or which wing of the airport my flight will land at IST and the same for the departure flight to LHR?

Thanks in advance!