Staff Writer
Today, the World’s Best Airline, Qatar Airways, touched down in Trabzon, Turkey, for its first flight ever. Three times a week on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, the nonstop service is run by Airbus A320 aircraft. The new route increases Qatar Airways’ presence in Turkiye and strengthens its more than 160-destination worldwide network.
HE Dr. Mustafa Goksu, the Ambassador of The Republic of Turkiye in Qatar, was present on board QR319 to commemorate the flight. Passengers were welcomed with exquisite Turkish pastries, enjoyed a custom meal, and received one-of-a-kind gifts that celebrate Turkish culture during festive events in the Premium and Economy Cabins.
The airplane was greeted with a water cannon salute as it touched down, and the Governor of Trabzon, smail Ustaolu, was there for a brief airport ceremony. Passengers received Turkish baklava and red flowers in addition to watching a traditional folk dance performance.
Trabzon is the seventh location that Qatar Airways serves in Turkey; the other six are Adana, Ankara, Antalya, Bodrum, Istanbul, and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen. Trabzon, a city in Turkiye’s northeast, is renowned for its illustrious past, diverse cultural offers, and stunning Black Sea coastline. The beautiful Trabzon Hagia Sophia Museum, Sumela Monastery, and Uzungol Lake are just a few of the city’s many historical and natural beauties.
Passengers on Qatar Airways will have the chance to easily and conveniently discover Trabzon’s many offerings thanks to this new route. Every traveler can find something special in Trabzon, from sporting events to mountain hikes and family vacations.
Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Airways Group, said:
“Qatar Airways has opened a brand-new, crucial route to Trabzon that satisfies a great demand for connectivity between Doha and Trabzon while also demonstrating our firm commitment to Turkiye. In order to further demonstrate its dedication to the robust partnership between Qatar and Turkiye, Qatar Airways has increased its network in Turkiye to 58 flights per week during the busiest summer months. We are eager to provide visitors to Trabzon from the Gulf region and beyond with an unmatched travel encounter through our residence.
Additionally, Dr. Mustafa Goksu stated:
“Qatar Airways operations to not just one, but seven distinct airports demonstrate the continued demand from the State of Qatar to the Republic of Turkiye, and we are proud of this. I am happy to participate in the airline’s celebration today, and I am confident that all travelers arriving in Trabzon will have a first-rate and amazing experience thanks to my nation. I would like to convey my profound gratitude for being a part of this special occasion.
Throughout the summer, Qatar Airways will offer service to Trabzon, with the route running from June 16 to August 22.
