Turkish airlines

Pipie


Joined: 05/01/2008
Posts: 5499

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 17:32

Could anyone give me feedback please flying from UK on the flight via istanbul Ercan where you disimbark then walk through and get connecting flight to Ercan

Chick-A-Dee


Joined: 16/06/2008
Posts: 342

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 17:35

Hi Pipie



We fly via Turkish Airlines all the time. We do the Manchester/Istanbul/Ercan



Great flights, loads of leg room, free drinks and snacks. On board entertainment (and no you don't have to pay for the headphones).



Disembark at Istanbul and go via 'transit' so you don't need to pay the entry £10.00 fee. We think Istanbul is a good size airport - with the all important 'Starbucks' coffee.



Then onto Ercan.



We have never been delayed. Altogether 10 out of 10 !

uzhan4elaine


Joined: 30/08/2008
Posts: 76

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 17:36

hi there. i flew with turkish cyprus airlines from manchester to ercan via istanbul 2 weeks ago and i didn't even have to get off the plane, so i don't understand why you have to disembark. We were only on runway for about 40 mins to let passengers off and on.



bye the way, the foods good!!!!

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 17:36

i've never had to get off the plane pipie , it stands on the runway for about 45mins

regards , simbas

Chick-A-Dee


Joined: 16/06/2008
Posts: 342

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 17:53

I think it depends on the type of flights that you book. Ours are always 'connection' flights. meaning, that we have two different flights. I think it depends on the time and day that you fly.



Just a matter of thought - uzhan and simabs - where do you book your flights from. We have never been able to stay on the flight!



We book via ebookers, and they only allow us the option of connection flights???

Bowman


Joined: 02/05/2007
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 17:55

Turkish Airlines to Heathrow, leaves Ercan in the early morning. You HAVE to disembark and get on another plane. Sometimes the changover times are tight, but the baggage is booked in all the way through at Ercan and as previously stated, food and drink is very good. The service is excellent, and the staff smile!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bowman


Joined: 02/05/2007
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 17:57

Again,leaving a London airport, you HAVE to disembark and change planes. Well worth paying the extra money for this flight with a reputable airline which has one of the youngest fleets nin the world.

chick


Joined: 02/07/2008
Posts: 323

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 18:01

Hi all

I have flown Turkish Airlines many times from Stanstead never got of plane.

They seem to have a good system of putting all Ercan bound at the back

Pipie


Joined: 05/01/2008
Posts: 5499

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 18:12

brilliant /positive posts thankyou all Sooooooooo much

hattikins


Joined: 17/02/2008
Posts: 2793

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 18:12

Hi Pipie,

Done Manchester/Istanbul/Ercan many times, no problems, much better flights than CTA. I book through Thomas Cook.

flightholiday


Joined: 19/07/2007
Posts: 3217

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 18:35

Hi Two different Airlines



Turkish Airlines



Cyprus Turkish Airlines



Different in many ways CTA or KTHY is the North Cyprus "flag carrier" and flies "direct"



Tom

IAH Ltd

Like most agents who specialise in TRNC & Turkey we can get you both or Pegasus also into Ercan as well as other flights into the ROC.

MaggieAndBernie



Joined: 26/07/2008
Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 18:38

Hi Pipie

I think some folk are mixed up over the Airlines. As far as I know if you fly with Turkish Airlines (TK flight no) you have to disembark & change planes in Istanbul/Dalaman/Antalya or wherever then board the flight for Ercan. If you're flying with Cypriot Turkish Airlines (KTHY with CTA flight No) You remain on the plane on the runway while it refuels then onward to Ercan. I think I'm right but no doubt someone will let me know if I've got it wrong (wink)

Maggie

Chick-A-Dee


Joined: 16/06/2008
Posts: 342

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 18:44

Thanks Maggie and Bernie ...



We have being flying Turkish Airlines for the past 5 years, and have always had to disembark. The two flights are different flights, different flight numbers, and the stop-over can be as little as 1 hour to up to 6/7hours depending on where you originate from.



We used to fly by CTA or KTHY, and this is the one that allows you stay on the runway, but in my opinion, these flights are not as good as the Turkish Airlines. Especially from Manchester, they have set times - Wednesday and Saturdays. And in winter Saturday - Saturday only.



Thankyou for clearing this up Maggie - I know my airlines!

MaggieAndBernie



Joined: 26/07/2008
Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 18:56

Hi Chickadee,

I've done both and I agree with you Turkish Airlines are better - and it's nice to get off & stretch your legs in Turkey! I'm coming out there on Saturday but having to use KTHY as it was the only one I could get..so, no in flight entertainment, and a long wait on the plane - still, the thought of all that sunshine....will keep me smiling the whole way!!

chick


Joined: 02/07/2008
Posts: 323

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 19:43

Hi All

I am not confused. I have flown with Turkish Airlines and CTA from Stanstead.

The only time I got of plane was with CTA,our tickets said Antalya most surprised when we landed Istanbul. It was a couple of years ago when All Airports were on high alert so whether the was some security alert I dont know but we were well screened when we reboarded.

Checkmate


Joined: 31/08/2008
Posts: 140

Message Posted:
09/09/2008 20:02

flightholiday



Is it possible to get a flight fron Ercan to Amsterdam or Dusseldorf?

flightholiday


Joined: 19/07/2007
Posts: 3217

Message Posted:
10/09/2008 00:37

I think I could find you 4 indirect (1 plane change in Istanbul) flights a week to both destinations.



Tom

Turtle


Joined: 28/05/2007
Posts: 2669

Message Posted:
10/09/2008 00:42

I have only used TA once and flying out was good no change of plane but coming back a 3 hour wait in the airport for flight back to Manchester.

alisun


Joined: 13/03/2008
Posts: 42

Message Posted:
10/09/2008 00:44

We have flown many times with both airlines from Manchester and Stansted - as everyone else has stated with CTA we've always stayed on the plane - with Turkish a mixture of both from either airport. The only problem going through Istanbul airport is before you join the queue to get through the transit ticket desk look out for the seperate checking area where you have to have your passport checked if it's either UK or USA - they put a sticker on the back of your passport to prove they've checked it - if it's not there they send you back which can be frustrating if the transit queue is long - Otherwise Istanbul is great and can break the flight. You'll normally know if you're staying on the plane if the time difference between arrival of first flight and departure of second flight is exactly one hour.

daffodils


Joined: 11/11/2008
Posts: 184

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 09:48

Credit where credit is due



Just flown Turkish Airlines from Ercan to Manchester, had to change at Istanbul but it wasn't so bad. I have to say the Istanbul to Manchester flight was really comfortable and the food was excellent. There is free bar . In th past I have flown to Larnaca, really cramped, rubbish meals and highly inflated drinls prices.



Never fly with anyone else now if I can help it.



Well done Turkish Airlines

Caz123


Joined: 12/08/2009
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 13:33

when flying Ercan - Istanbul- Manchester, does your hand luggage get checked again at Istanbul. Just i usually bring a few cigs back and didnt want them taken from me in Istanbul

Suffolk



Joined: 31/08/2008
Posts: 222

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 14:11

hi all turkish airlines are the best but have to change planes at istanbul also very espensive compared to cta and pegasus who we prefer to use

flightholiday


Joined: 19/07/2007
Posts: 3217

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 14:43

Suffolk - sometimes they are cheaper especialy when you want more in teresting or difficult routes - I sell them to cusomers often.

andy-f


Joined: 03/05/2009
Posts: 1256

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 16:10

we have just booked the manchester/istanbul/ercan route thro tom (flightholliday) must say very impressed with how hes dealt with our booking and the good info hes passed on to us.

glad to see positive coments in this thread about this route. its the first time we have gone with turkish airlines .

also the price we have paid is way below anything else that we looked at . .



andy

rosieposie


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 99

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 17:18

I have just booked a flight with CTA from Ercan to Istanbul and then Turkish Airlines from Istanbul to Barcelona.



I have a query as to whether it is best to state when i initially check in that I have a connecting flight so that they will automatically transfer my luggage, or whether it is best to collect it myself and check it in again in istanbul?



Also as I am not staying in Istanbul I don't really want to pay for the £10 visa.



Anyone have any suggestions?

Sandie


Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 251

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 17:58

Have used Turkish Airlines from Stansted and have always had to disembark at Istanbul and board another plane. Also the timings out of Stansted are later now so I think the transit flight can be the next day as only 1 hour between otherwise and no time for delays. The better airline but they are more expensive. Sandie

Dusterbruce


Joined: 03/08/2007
Posts: 1125

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 18:06

Sandie, I'm coming over on Turkish next week from Manchester.

I paid £260. At the time I booked CTA were asking £401.

Pegasus is not an option for those of us who live up north because of cost and time getting to Stansted.

Sandie


Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 251

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 20:29

Tony - That was a good price. At the moment I am only 15 minutes from Stansted so am fortunate to have the 3 choices. Enjoy your visit next week. Sandie

flightholiday


Joined: 19/07/2007
Posts: 3217

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 20:47

Rosieposie Msg 25,



Sorry but I think as you are using two airlines you will not be able to have the bags transhipped and may have to collect them and check in again. I am not sure as to the transit rules but I suspect that it is not in your favour. I hope that you have plenty of time between the flights.



If people book with us we always try to keep you to one airline all the way.

jfoggy


Joined: 23/12/2006
Posts: 260

Message Posted:
26/08/2009 20:55

Hi

We too are flying from Manchester to Ercan with Turkish Airlines for the first time in a few weeks. Always used CTA until last flight home which was so bad, cramped, worn out seats....and I'm only 5 foot tall, so don't know how others taller than me managed. Decided it was time to opt for a change. Our tickets were much cheaper also at £260 each, booked online. Will also have a go at online check in nearer the time. Never done that before either! Looking forward to a change and the positive feedback on earlier posts well received.

Julie