Turkish low-fare carrier Pegasus Airlines has launched direct flights between Ankara and Lisbon, with flights scheduled for three times a week.
The inaugural flight ceremony took place on 2 April at Ankara Esenboğa Airport and was attended by Onur Dedeköylü, Pegasus Airlines’ Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), and Pegasus officials.
Speaking at the ceremony, Dedeköylü said: “Pegasus plays a key role in Türkiye’s tourism potential and figures. With every new route we open, we connect countries and destinations culturally and economically.
“Our Ankara-Lisbon route will help us extend this purpose and role to Portugal. With the launch of our Ankara-Lisbon route, we’re not only adding a new destination but also a new country to our network. With our new route, we’re also connecting the capitals of both nations,” he added.
João Macedo, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of Portugal, said: “The Ankara-Lisbon flights are not just between two cities but between two capitals. I’m certain both countries will get to know each other much better thanks to this new connection.”
