Flights from Budapest to Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokçen Airport have returned with the Turkish low-cost carrier (LCC) Pegasus Airlines. The route resumes direct connectivity between Hungary’s capital city and Turkey’s major city.
The Turkish LCC will operate the 1,080km route with its fleet of 737s and A320s. Initially the flights will be served twice weekly and is in response to demand from both business and leisure travellers.
“Bringing back business safely is a key prioirty at our airport and it is hugely positive to welcome Pegasus Airlines back to Budapest,” said Balázas Bogáts, Head of Airline Development, Budapest Airport. “Reinstating the popular Istanbul route will provide business and leisure opportunities, as well as the welcome return of visitors to our beautiful city. Re-opening connectivity, boosting trade and tourism, while providing our customers with more connectivity, convenience and choice is our primary goal.”
