Turkish Airlines reported a $2.2 billion Profit from Main Operations in 2025, demonstrating the strength of its diversified business model and sustainable growth strategy despite geopolitical tensions, trade wars, and supply constraints in the aviation industry. The airline’s total revenues for 2025 rose 6.3% year-on-year to $24.1 billion, supported by strong passenger demand, particularly in international and premium segments. In the fourth quarter alone, revenues grew 12% to $6.3 billion, while Profit from Main Operations increased 23% to $534 million. Passenger growth remained strong with the carrier transporting 92.6 million passengers, while cargo operations handled 2.2 million tons, generating $3.4 billion in cargo revenue despite declining cargo yields caused by global trade slowdowns and tariff impacts.
The company expanded its fleet by 5% to 516 aircraft by the end of 2025 and continued heavy investments aligned with its long-term growth strategy. Total investments during the year reached $6 billion, bringing the airline’s investment value to nearly $20 billion over the past five years. Consolidated assets stood at $46.6 billion, while total employment across subsidiaries exceeded 101,000. According to Prof. Ahmet Bolat, Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee, the airline’s strong financial performance highlighted its ability to adapt to rapidly changing geopolitical and commercial conditions through diversified revenue streams and global partnerships. Operational cash generation remained strong, with EBITDAR reaching $5.7 billion and margin improving to 23.7%, surpassing the mid-point of the company’s long-term target range. The airline also expects 2026 EBITDAR margins to remain between 22% and 24%, supported by strong performance in the early months of the year.
In Kolkata, Turkish Airlines’ strong global performance reflects rising international travel demand from eastern India as well. Travel operators in the Kolkata market say premium international travel demand has been steadily increasing, with passengers seeking wider global connectivity through major international hubs such as Istanbul. The airline’s expanding network and operational growth are expected to further strengthen travel demand from eastern Indian markets in the coming years.