How “Intourist” Expanded Its Flight Network to Turkey: New Routes and Guaranteed Seats

New Summer Program from Intourist

At the tail end of the summer season the tour operator announced a sizable boost to its list of direct flights to Turkey. The headline changes involve three corridors: Dalaman, Antalya and departures from Sochi. The moves are a response to the empty slots left after Air Anka lost its permission to fly into Russia.

Dalaman – a growing Aegean gateway

For residents of the Volga region and the Urals a direct flight to Dalaman from Kazan is now on the timetable. Until recently people from those areas had to trek to Moscow or St Petersburg just to reach the Aegean coast. Today Intourist serves Dalaman from three Russian cities, and the frequency is climbing: a local carrier has almost doubled its weekly flights. Dalaman is known for its historic sites and its handy proximity to Fethiye and Marmaris, making it a solid alternative for travelers who want something different from the more crowded Antalya strip.

Antalya – higher quotas and fresh departure points

On the ever‑popular Antalya beach Intourist has lifted the number of seats. Direct services now leave from 18 Russian cities, including the capital, the northern capital and Kazan. The higher quotas allow more tours across price ranges and make planning easier for residents of regions that previously faced a thin offering.

Sochi and IrAero: guaranteed spots for the Black Sea region

A separate block of the program is devoted to flights out of Sochi. On the small regional carrier IrAero tourists can book guaranteed places in Turkish hotels. This arrangement is rare for routes from Sochi, where usually only regular flights operate without operator‑reserved blocks. It’s handy for anyone already in Sochi who wants a quick hop to the Turkish coast without changing planes.

The overall picture of the 2026 flight market

According to the ATOR analytical service, the summer 2026 season saw direct flights to Turkey from 28 Russian cities. ATOR member tour operators handle more than 70 % of all transport, with roughly half the flights originating from regional airports. That concentration lets travelers from all corners of the country plan a holiday without having to travel to the major transport hubs.

What does this mean for travelers?

• More departure cities – you can now fly to Turkey not only from Moscow and St Petersburg but also from Kazan, Sochi and a handful of other regional towns.
• Choice flexibility – the expanded Antalya quotas and the new Dalaman routes let you pick a tour that fits any budget or taste.
• Guaranteed spots – IrAero blocks remove the risk of missing out on popular hotels, especially during peak season.
• Fewer transfers – direct flights shave off travel time, a real plus for families.

How to book a tour?

Booking is as simple as contacting an official Intourist representative or using the online service, where you can see up‑to‑date departure dates and seat availability. When you pick a destination, keep an eye on seasonal offers: early and late summer often bring special rates and extra perks.

Final thoughts

The broadened flight programme reflects the growing appetite for Turkish resorts among Russian regions. More flights, new departure points and guaranteed seat blocks make holiday planning smoother and more affordable. If a summer break on the Mediterranean or Aegean is on your mind, now is the moment to compare options and choose the most convenient route.

Based on materials from: trn-news.ru, atorus.ru.