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    We care about every moment of your trip: Our additional services before the flight

    Just as you can decide on your destination, you can also opt to make your journey easier and more comfortable! Check out the additional services before the flight offered by Turkish Airlines for an even better trip.

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    A seamless travel experience with additional services before the flight

    Additional pre-flight services
    Passenger looking at their phone during the flight.

    More comfort: Seat selection

    One of the most popular pre-flight services is seat selection. Most Turkish Airlines aircraft feature Economy Class seats with personal screens and charging facilities. You can enhance your flight even further by choosing a seat with extra legroom. If you’re traveling with an infant, you can request support from our teams at the airport and select a seat with access to an onboard bassinet. If you want even more legroom and you are able to assist in an emergency, you can request a seat in an emergency exit row.

    Bring everything you need: Extra baggage

    Whether you’re packing for a long trip or bringing lots of gifts for family and friends, having sufficient baggage allowance makes your trip less stressful. Our pre-flight services include the option to purchase extra baggage allowance, ensuring that your check-in process won’t include any last-minute surprises! You can easily purchase extra baggage allowance via the Turkish Airlines website or mobile application. For more information, see the extra baggage allowance page.

    Don’t compromise on taste: Add-on menu

    Additional menu
    Additional menu selection

    If you have special dietary requirements – or you just like to try new dishes – you can benefit from the additional menu pre-flight service offered in Economy Class on many flights. You can order an add-on menu through the Turkish Airlines website, mobile app or call centers, as well as travel agencies, up to 24 hours before your flight.

    Change the mood of your trip: Cabin upgrade

    Another additional pre-flight service is a cabin upgrade! You can upgrade your ticket from Economy to Business Class and enjoy unmatched comfort and high-level service, along with gourmet treats. For more information on upgrades and Business Class amenities, please click here.

    Give yourself time: Hold the price

    If you’ve found a ticket at the fare you want, but need more time to confirm your travel plans, you can select the ‘hold the price’ option, available through additional pre-flight services. For a fee, your fare is assured for up to 15 days, depending on the package you choose. Even better, the fee is refunded to you when you book the ticket. You can check all the details on this page.

    Protect your journey: Travel insurance

    You can consider getting travel insurance to feel safe at every moment of your trip. Thanks to travel insurance, you’ll have additional security in cases such as baggage loss and flight cancellation, as well as your health. You can also use travel insurance for visa procedures with peace of mind. You can click here for more information on travel insurance.

    Make room for your hobbies: Sports equipment

    Turkish Airlines additional services before the flight include sports equipment! Bring your sports equipment to your destination at special rates. If you’re traveling on an international flight, you can carry golf, mountaineering, cycling, canoeing, archery or other equipment for free on the first leg of the flight. You can find more details about transporting sports equipment here.

    Add value to your time: Turkish Airlines Lounge

    Let your next visit to the airport include some luxury. The comfortable Turkish Airlines Lounges feature gourmet treats and cozy resting areas, along with many other amenities. To take advantage of domestic and international lounges before your flight, just click here to make a reservation. 

    Ease of online application: E-Visa

    Turkish Airlines eases the online application process for visas to the United Arab Emirates with e-Visa. Complete all your transactions online and save time. To find out more about United Arab Emirates e-Visa types and conditions, click here

    An agreeable flight experience: Traveling with pets

    Traveling with a pet
    The pet that will travel on the plane.

    We love our pets and, of course, we want them to travel as safely and comfortably as we do. Check out our additional pre-flight services for options on traveling with your pet; you can even calculate the pet transportation fees here before you travel, to ensure that the only surprises on your trip will be delightful!  

    We wish you comfortable, pleasant and safe travels!

    *The date of this blog post may have been updated due to additional content. Please be aware that information on fees and transportation is subject to change. The content of this post reflects the author's opinion and views.

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