AJet and TUI to Launch 14 New Routes Between Europe and Bodrum for Summer 2026
Bodrum to Become AJet’s Third Seasonal Base
AJet continues to expand its international route network and has entered into a strategic partnership with Europe’s leading tourism group, TUI, to increase tourist traffic from Europe to Bodrum, one of Türkiye’s most popular holiday destinations. As part of this cooperation, AJet will launch direct flights from Bodrum to major European cities during the Summer 2026 season, making Bodrum the airline’s third operational base after Istanbul and Ankara.
Direct Flights from Europe to Bodrum
Under the partnership, AJet will transport travelers directly from European markets to Bodrum. TUI will support the cooperation by securing a significant share of seat capacity on the planned routes.
As part of the new summer schedule, the following routes will be operated:
| Route | Frequency (Weekly) |
|---|---|
| Bodrum – London Stansted | 2x |
| Bodrum – Nuremberg | 2x |
| Bodrum – Hamburg | 2x |
| Bodrum – Leipzig | 1x |
| Bodrum – Copenhagen | 1x |
| Bodrum – Berlin | 1x |
| Bodrum – Hanover | 1x |
| Bodrum – Vienna | 1x |
| Bodrum – Stockholm | 1x |
| Bodrum – Prague | 1x |
| Bodrum – Bucharest | 1x |
| Bodrum – Basel | 1x |
| Bodrum – Bremen | 1x |
The first flights will commence on 26 June 2026, and tickets are now available through AJet’s sales channels as well as all TUI sales platforms.
Executive Statements
AJet CEO Kerem Sarp stated:
“We are excited to partner with TUI, one of Europe’s largest tourism groups. By establishing Bodrum as our new summer base, we aim to bring a significant number of travelers from Europe to the region. Our long–term strategy includes expanding and deepening this partnership. As Türkiye’s youngest airline, we are continuing to modernize our fleet, and from the beginning of 2026, our aircraft will be equipped with onboard internet services. We believe this strategic cooperation with TUI will create strong value for both companies.”
TUI Commercial Director for Markets & Airline Operations, Stefan Baumert, said:
“We are delighted to be working with AJet, a partner that shares our vision for Bodrum’s growth potential. The new routes and increased frequencies will strengthen our offering across Central, Northern, and Eastern Europe. We see great opportunities to further expand our cooperation in the coming years.”
