Turkish Airlines reported a profit of $1.1 billion from main operations in the third quarter of 2025, continuing its steady growth trajectory aligned with its 2033 strategic targets. Total revenues rose 4.9% year-on-year to approximately $7 billion, with passenger revenues up 6.1% amid strong demand. For the January–September period, total revenues exceeded $17.8 billion, while profit from main operations reached $1.7 billion.
The airline carried a record 27.2 million passengers during the quarter, marking the highest third-quarter figure in its history and pushing capacity 43% above pre-pandemic levels. Despite softening yields and cost pressures, Turkish Airlines maintained an EBITDAR margin of 29.6% for Q3, with year-end 2025 expectations of 22–24%. Turkish Airlines continued its expansion efforts with codeshare agreements and a minority stake acquisition in Spain’s Air Europa, enhancing global connectivity and boosting tourism between Türkiye and Latin America. The carrier also increased its fleet by 8.4% to 506 aircraft and secured new Boeing B787 and B737 MAX orders to strengthen operational efficiency and passenger experience.
In Kolkata, travel agents and corporate clients have reported increased bookings for Turkish Airlines flights to Europe and Türkiye, reflecting rising demand for international travel post-pandemic. Passenger traffic through Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport has seen a noticeable uptick, benefiting from the airline’s expanded schedules and attractive connectivity options. With consolidated assets of $43.2 billion and over 101,000 employees, Turkish Airlines continues to advance toward long-term growth, prioritizing sustainable success alongside profitability.