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Turkish Airlines Launches Istanbul-Yerevan Service

March 12, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Turkish Airlines launched its first scheduled flight to Yerevan, Armenia.
The new service marks a step toward normalizing Turkey-Armenia relations.
The airline will operate daily flights from Istanbul Airport.
Frequency will increase to 10 flights per week.

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Strategic Implications

This new service may indicate a significant thaw in Turkey-Armenia relations, which could have broader implications for regional stability. The move suggests a growing willingness to engage in economic cooperation, which could benefit both countries and may pave the way for further diplomatic advances.

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What Happened

Historic Flight Marks New Era In Turkey-Armenia Relations

Turkish Airlines has inaugurated its first scheduled flight between Istanbul and Yerevan, Armenia, marking a significant development in the normalization of relations between the two countries. The new service, which will initially operate daily from Istanbul Airport, is set to increase to 10 flights per week. This move follows previous diplomatic efforts and the launch of charter services between the two cities in 2022. The new air link is seen as a positive step toward improving relations, which have been strained since the early 1990s. The development was first reported by AeroTime.

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