Turkish Airlines is set to become the first European carrier to operate flights from Istanbul to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, operating three times a week beginning December 10, 2025, in an effort to improve trade relations between the countries.

The new route will fly via Bangkok, expanding Turkish Airlines’ east Asian network to 20 cities and 21 airports in the region, creating more direct access to important destinations in the region.

Turkish Airlines charmain of the board and executive committee, Professor Ahmet Bloat, said of the launch: “Our flights to Cambodia will create new opportunities for both tourism and business. Additionally, as the only European carrier flying to this destination, we will further solidify our leadership in the region.”

Bolat added: “At Turkish Airlines, we continuously expand our network in Asia and strengthen our connections with strategic destinations in the region. The launch of Phnom Penh flights marks a significant step forward in this goal.”