Turkish Airlines has relaunched its flights to Tirana, the capital of Albania. Turkey’s country’s flagship carrier, resumed its flights between Istanbul and Tirana, reconnecting the cities after a temporary disruption on the route.

Flag carrier’s Tirana flights will be operated with seven weekly frequencies, further strengthening air connectivity between Istanbul and the Balkans.

Operating from Istanbul Airport, these flights will enable guests traveling on the Tirana route to access Turkish Airlines’ global flight network, offering seamless and comfortable connections to destinations across Turkey and around the world.

All flights will depart from Istanbul Airport, integrating Tirana once again into Turkish Airlines’ extensive global network.

The move follows Air Albania’s decision to suspend its Istanbul flights. THY had previously held a 49 percent stake in Air Albania but decided to sell its shares after the carrier reported losses and its operating license was suspended.

Albania has become an increasingly popular destination for Turkish travelers, particularly due to visa-free entry, affordable travel options and its growing appeal as part of the broader Balkan travel route favored by tourists.

Tirana also serves as a gateway for travelers exploring neighboring Balkan countries.

“A new air connection bringing Albania closer to the world. With daily flights from Tirana International Airport, Turkish Airlines connects Tirana to its global hub in Istanbul, offering easy access to a wide international network across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas,” Tirana International Airport announced on its Facebook page.