New Service Begins as New International Arrivals Facility is set to Open

SEATTLE — Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) will soon welcome Turkish Airlines with nonstop service to Istanbul (IST) on May 27, 2022.

Turkish Airlines’ announcement is a significant milestone in SEA’s ongoing recovery from the pandemic, reflecting the region’s resilience and continued economic dynamism. Istanbul is one of the world’s most historic cities, and Turkish Airlines flies to more countries than any other airline in the world from its Istanbul hub, providing valuable links to five continents for business and leisure travelers in the Pacific Northwest.

“The Seattle area is one of the most diverse regions in the country, with over a quarter of our residents foreign-born,” said Lance Lyttle, SEA Airport Managing Director. “Turkish Airlines expands connections for our travelers to destinations throughout Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. On top of that, Istanbul is an exciting city and a must-visit on any traveler’s bucket list.”

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Operated by the Port of Seattle, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) serves the people of the Pacific Northwest with essential services, access to hundreds of domestic and global destinations, and economic activity that supports tens of thousands of jobs and produces $20 billion in economic activity. SEA earned the travel industry’s prestigious 4-Star Skytrax Airport Rating, focused on customer-centered travel with better services, facilities, and amenities. This year, the airport launches FlyWell@SEA for traveler experience, health, and wellness. SEA totaled 36.2 million passengers in 2021 – down just over 30% from 2019 – with a forecast to reach 95% of pre-pandemic traveler volumes in 2022. For more information about our U.S. Top 10 airport, visit www.flysea.org and follow us on Twitter, Facebook , and Instagram. Every day. Elevate.