Turkish Airlines Expands Middle East Operations with Gulf Resumptions

Jul 3, 2026

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Jul 3, 2026 09:31

Turkish Airlines rebuilds Middle East network with Gulf resumptions

## Resumption of Key Routes

Turkish Airlines has resumed its flights to Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step in rebuilding its Middle East network. The airline restarted these services on July 1, with plans to resume flights to Dammam on July 10, Kuwait on July 11, and Bahrain on July 16. This follows the earlier resumption of flights to Dubai on June 9.

## Increased Flight Frequencies

In addition to resuming routes, Turkish Airlines has increased the frequency of its flights to several destinations. The number of weekly flights to Dubai has doubled to 14 since June 25. Similarly, flights to Amman have increased to 21 weekly services from June 19, and Beirut flights have risen to 28 weekly services starting July 1.

## Connecting Through Istanbul

These resumptions and increased frequencies offer more options for travelers in the Middle East to connect through Istanbul to Turkish Airlines' extensive global network, which includes over 350 destinations worldwide.

## Flight Schedules

The Abu Dhabi service operates with flight TK 868 departing Istanbul at 6.45pm and arriving in Abu Dhabi at 12.25am. The return flight, TK 869, leaves Abu Dhabi at 1.30am, arriving in Istanbul at 5.25am. The Dammam service will depart Istanbul at 8.15pm, arriving at 12.15am, with the return flight leaving Dammam at 1.15am. Kuwait flights will depart Istanbul at 2am, and Bahrain flights will leave Istanbul at 8.15pm.

Travelers are advised to check the latest schedules and travel requirements on Turkish Airlines' official channels before planning their trips.

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