Pegasus Airlines
A Turkish low-cost carrier operating an extensive domestic and international network, with Istanbul as its busiest departure point and a strong focus on affordable, unbundled fares.
About Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus Airlines was established in 1990 and developed from a charter operator into one of Türkiye’s principal low-cost airlines. It is privately owned, with ESAS Holding as its controlling shareholder, and operates under the Pegasus brand. The airline follows an unbundled model in which the basic fare covers transportation while many extras are selected and paid for separately.
Istanbul is the airline’s busiest departure hub, supported by substantial operations from Izmir, Antalya, Ankara and Mersin. Pegasus operates 209 routes serving 58 destinations across 25 countries. Its network combines domestic Turkish services with flights to Northern Cyprus and cities across Europe, the Balkans, the Caucasus, Central Asia and the Middle East, including Amsterdam, Brussels, Cologne and Düsseldorf.
Aircraft types recorded for its operations include the Boeing 737-400 and Boeing 737-800. Pegasus is configured around a single economy-class cabin rather than separate business and first-class sections, although passengers can purchase fare bundles, preferred seating, additional baggage and other optional services. Food and drinks are generally sold on board, reflecting the carrier’s low-cost approach rather than a traditional full-service product.
Pegasus does not belong to Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld. Its loyalty programme is Pegasus BolBol, which lets members collect and redeem BolPoints on eligible flights and selected partner transactions. The programme is designed around the airline’s digital booking ecosystem, and members should enter their details when reserving flights and review the applicable earning and redemption conditions before travel.
A major strength is the breadth of Pegasus’s network from Türkiye, which can make it useful for both domestic journeys and one-stop regional itineraries through Istanbul. The principal challenge is that the lowest advertised fare may exclude checked baggage, meals, flexible changes and seat selection. Travellers should compare the complete trip cost and allow sufficient connection time, particularly when travelling on separately booked tickets.
Good to know
Flying with Pegasus Airlines — what to expect
Check Fare Inclusions
Pegasus uses an unbundled low-cost model, so the cheapest fare may not include checked baggage, seat selection, meals or flexible changes. Compare bundles against buying extras separately before paying.
Cabin Baggage Rules
Cabin baggage eligibility can vary by fare and route. Check the allowance shown in your booking and measure and weigh your bag before arriving at the airport.
Online Check-in
Use online or mobile check-in when it is available and save your boarding pass before reaching the airport. Some airports may still require document verification or an airport-issued boarding pass.
Meals Cost Extra
Food and drinks are generally purchased separately rather than included in the basic fare. Pre-order options may be available on eligible flights.
Allow Connection Time
Istanbul supports many connections across the Pegasus network, but allow a comfortable transfer margin. Extra caution is sensible when flights are held on separate bookings because missed-connection protection may not apply.
Use BolBol Details
Pegasus BolBol members should add their membership information during booking and retain travel documents until points appear. Earning and redemption rules can differ by fare and transaction.
Network overview
Where Pegasus Airlines flies
Pegasus Airlines operates 209 routes to 58 destinations across 25 countries, its longest sector reaching Almaty to Istanbul (3,890 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Pegasus Airlines flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Almaty → Istanbul
3,890 km · ALA → SAW
The longest sector in the Pegasus Airlines network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Pegasus Airlines
Notable destinations on Pegasus Airlines's network.
PCIstanbuldirectPCIzmirdirectPCAntalyadirectPCAnkaradirectPCMersindirectPCErcandirectPCAmsterdamdirectPCBodrumdirectPCBrusselsdirectPCColognedirectPCDusseldorfdirectPCKayseridirectDestination list is indicative of Pegasus Airlines's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
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FAQ
Pegasus Airlines — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Istanbul is Pegasus Airlines's primary and busiest departure hub. Izmir, Antalya, Ankara and Mersin are also important departure points in its network.
- Pegasus Airlines serves destinations across Türkiye, Northern Cyprus, Europe, the Balkans, the Caucasus, Central Asia and the Middle East. Examples include Istanbul, Izmir, Antalya, Ercan, Amsterdam, Brussels, Cologne and Almaty.
- Pegasus Airlines tickets are often cheapest when booked early for off-peak dates and midweek travel. Prices vary dynamically, so compare nearby dates and include baggage, seating and other extras when evaluating the total cost.
- Pegasus Airlines's longest route is Almaty to Istanbul, covering about 3,890 km nonstop.
- The busiest departure points in the Pegasus Airlines network are Istanbul, followed by Izmir, Antalya, Ankara and Mersin. The best airport for a particular trip depends on the route and travel dates.
- Originfacts compares live fares from hundreds of airlines and travel agencies via its partner Travelpayouts. Originfacts never adds a fee to the prices it finds.
- Pegasus Airlines's cabin-baggage entitlement depends on the fare package and route. Passengers should check the dimensions, weight and item allowance displayed in their booking before travel, as excess or ineligible bags may incur a charge.
- Pegasus Airlines flies to 58 destinations across 25 countries, operating 209 routes.