New Route of the Day (2 June 2025): AJet between Istanbul SAW and Stockholm ARN

Turkish Airlines low-cost subsidiary AJet inaugurated flights between Istanbul SAW and Stockholm ARN on Monday 2 June. The 2,230-kilometre service will be maintained daily with a mix of 737-800 and A320-family aircraft. The carrier faces notable competition from rival LCC Pegasus Airlines, which maintains 17-weekly flights between the two airports.

What they said

Kerem Sarp, CEO of AJet, said: “This new route marks a significant milestone in our strategic expansion, offering travellers an affordable and reliable air travel option. We are dedicated to providing excellent on-time performance while upholding the highest safety standards.”

Elizabeth Axtelius, Director of Aviation Business at airport operator Swedavia, added: “I am very happy to welcome AJet to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. AJet’s investment in a direct route from Stockholm Arlanda Airport is a clear sign of the continued high demand for international travel to and from the Swedish market. The new route further strengthens the connectivity to Turkey, as well as other well-established markets in the region. Swedavia’s mission is to increase connectivity and facilitate for people to meet, whether it is for business, leisure or to visit family and friends, and AJet plays an important role in this.”

AJet now serves 33 countries

AJet was established in 2024 as a low-cost subsidiary of Turkish Airlines. With its hubs at Istanbul SAW and Ankara, AJet currently serves 42 domestic and 58 international destinations in 33 countries across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

The budget airline has a fleet of 103 aircraft including A320s, A321neos, 737-800s and 737 MAX 8s.

Stockholm ARN becomes its first destination in Sweden. With this latest addition, AJet has introduced a total of eight new international routes in the first half of 2025.