About SunExpress
SunExpress (ICAO: SXS) is a Turkish-German airline that specializes in leisure travel and direct connections between Europe and Turkey.
SunExpress was founded in October 1989 as a joint venture between Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, with its first flight taking place in 1990. The airline began offering international scheduled flights from Turkey in 2001, making it the first private airline in the country to do so.
The airline's main headquarters is located in Antalya, Turkey, a key tourist destination. It also maintains a second headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. SunExpress operates with additional key hubs in Izmir, Ankara, and Dalaman in Turkey. Its fleet is primarily composed of Boeing 737-800 NG and Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, known for being modern and reliable. The airline's fleet size is approximately 79 aircraft, consisting of 57 Boeing 737-800s and 22 Boeing 737 MAX 8s.
SunExpress offers an extensive route network, with flights to over 90 destinations across 30 to 36 countries. Its focus is on providing direct connections between Europe and various holiday destinations in Turkey, as well as serving domestic Turkish cities, particularly in Anatolia. SunExpress is not a member of any of the major global airline alliances like Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or Oneworld. The airline offers three main fare classes: SunEco for comfortable seating, SunClassic for more legroom, and SunPremium for wider seats and enhanced service. Notable services include online check-in, seat selection, and pre-ordered meals.
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