New Route of the Day (1 August 2025): AJet between Istanbul SAW and Geneva

Turkish Airlines’ low-cost subsidiary AJet commenced a new 4-weekly service between Istanbul SAW and Geneva on Friday 1 August. The 1,955-kilometre service will initially operate on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays, increasing to a daily rotation from 1 October. The carrier will compete against 12-weekly Pegasus Airlines flights. The carrier will use a range of equipment on the route, including A320s, A321s and 737-800s.

Flight VF329 departs Istanbul SAW at 10:00 local time, arriving in Geneva at 12:00 local time. The return service, operating as flight VF330, departs Switzerland’s second-busiest airport at 13:20 local time, touching back down in Türkiye at 17:30 local time.

What they said

Tugce Gul, Corporate Communications Manager at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, said: “Geneva, known for its stunning lakeside views, international organisations, and vibrant cultural scene, is a key European destination. Istanbul, with its rich history, bustling markets, and strategic location, continues to be a global crossroads. By directly linking Sabiha Gokcen to Geneva, we facilitate smoother journeys and foster stronger connections between these two important hubs. To best serve your travel needs, flights on this new route will operate four times a week. We look forward to welcoming you aboard our inaugural and subsequent flights.”

Türkiye handles over 108 million passengers in H1

Türkiye airports handled a total of 108.8 million passengers during the first half of the year, according to the country’s transport ministry. Domestic and international passenger traffic stood at 46.6 million and 62.2 million respectively.

Istanbul SAW registered 22.1 million passengers over the six-month period, 9.6 million on domestic services and 12.5 million on international flights. The airport has experienced strong growth because of ongoing competition between AJet and Pegasus Airlines, which are both based there.

On 27 July, Istanbul SAW registered its busiest day on record, welcoming 157,630 passengers within a 24-hour period. The airport is ranked as Europe’s ninth-busiest.