SunExpress expands from Brussels to Turkey and evaluates further expansion

SunExpress further expands its capacity from Brussels Airport and has even bigger plans going forward. Besides existing three-weekly service to Izmir (ADB) and two-weekly to Ankara (ESB), SunExpress will add nonstop Antalya (AYT) flights to its growing network.

“We are very satisfied with the development we have seen here in Brussels in the last few years, now doubling our capacity in summer 2018. While currently, our services are only seasonal (summer), we are constantly evaluating if at least Antalya (AYT) could be operated year-round, the only missing link here are the tour operator partners willing to support in winter as well,” said Peter Glade, Commercial Director for SunExpress.

The inaugural flight of new Brussels-Antalya (AYT) route took off on March 31 and operates every Tuesday and Saturday. Izmir (ADB) sees direct flights on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday which will start on June 15^th. Flights to Ankara (ESB) exist every Monday and Thursday and will commence one day earlier on June 14^th.

“The Turkish market is definitely seeing a strong comeback from Belgium and Brussels in particular, we are glad that SunExpress is such a great partner for us serving the Turkish market be it for holidays or visiting friends and relatives. We are even more excited to hear that year-round services are being considered and we encourage local tour operators to support SunExpress to enable more winter flights to Turkey,” said Léon Verhallen, Head of Aviation Development of Brussels Airport.

For everyone that wants to escape the cold of Central Europe in the winter, Antalya (AYT) has a lot to offer: Mild temperatures and longer daylight hours invite to sightseeing, golfing or just relaxing on the beach promenade. Its surrounding area offers historical places like the ancient city of Termessos as well as the world-famous golf course at Belek. Antalya (AYT) is definitely a destination worth to visit all year-round.