Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines Connects North America to Turkey’s Best Destinations 2026

Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines Connects North America to Turkey’s Best Destinations 2026

If the idea of traveling to Turkey to ‘eat my weight in baklava’ or ‘see Istanbul at sunset’ has had to stay on the travel wishlist, then 2026 has made it a lot simpler!

With the new interline agreement between Pegasus Airlines and Air Canada, traveling from North America to Turkey has become a lot easier, more convenient and inexpensive than several browser tabs & lots of clicks to get to Turkey.

Yes you heard it right.

So what’s the big deal?

With Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines now working together, traveling to North America and Turkey seamlessly via major European cities has become a lot easier to travel to Turkey from anywhere in the U.S. and Canada. This is Turkey: now traveling from anywhere in the U.S. and Canada to Europe and then onward to Turkey has become a lot easier.

The Advanced European Connection Points now include: Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Zurich, Vienna, Munich, and Athens.

Then you’re off to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport or your final stop at Izmir.

Have a sip of Turkish tea whilst at the Bosphorus without any hassle of en route reservations! You can do this from Toronto, Vancouver, New York, or Los Angeles.

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What Makes This So Special?

For many years, those traveling from North America to Turkey had one option to choose from. Now, with Air Canada entering the North America to Turkey travel market, they have a travel option that is a lot more flexible.

For Pegasus, the budget friendly European and Turkish travel operator, this is a big opportunity. They can now operate more East and West connecting flights as they can access North American customers. For Air Canada, this is a lot of market growth without the need to start long, cross-continental flights.

This means more flexibility for the customers and more travel options.

What about the Destinations?

Middle of the city and the cross-section of the two continents, Istanbul is one of the most lively and energetic cities. It also has a rich culture and deep history. It is the city where ancient baroque churches reside alongside modern day cocktail lounges. Once you arrive at the Sabiha Gokcen Airport, you will be at the Asia Side. It will feel a bit more local and will definitely be more than a bit magical than the European side.

Then there’s Izmir. While it may be coastal and relaxed or generally underrated for its bigger cousin Istanbul, Izmir is a gateway to sparkling, crystalline beaches, quaint vineyards and ancient historical sites like Ephesus. Izmir is the effortlessly cool sidekick while Istanbul is the main event.

The good news is that Pegasus has a wide-reaching domestic network. Once you land in Turkey, you have easy and quick access to the entire country.

The Beauty of One Ticket

The underrated hero of this partnership? Simplicity.

One ticket means:

• Your baggage is checked through to your final destination.
• You don’t have to re-check in during your connection.
• If something runs late, you’re not stuck playing airline referee between two separate bookings.
• It’s the kind of behind-the-scenes convenience that makes a long-haul journey feel far less exhausting.

Turn your layover into a bonus trip

Your adventure truly starts now. Depending on your itinerary, you may have the chance to explore spots like Amsterdam, Athens, or even Copenhagen.

Why not spend a full day exploring the fantastic canal system and coffee spots before heading to Turkey?

What It Means for 2026 Travelers

Turkey has emerged as a favored destination for leisure and business travel, offering an excellent blend of culture, natural landscapes, food, and affordability.

With their new partnership, Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines provide flexible travel options through their new intercontinental routes. Travelers can enjoy competitive pricing and increased options for routing, scheduling, and availability.

Indeed, this partnership could signal the start of even more interline agreements.

Bottom Line

With new routes offered by Pegasus Airlines and Air Canada, 2026 will be the most seamless travel experience to Turkey.

Whether you plan to start your trip with a classic Europe espresso or dive straight into the delicious baklava, that’s the only choice you need to make for your travels.