SunExpress, the Turkish leisure airline and joint venture between Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, is starting 2026 with the addition of four new Boeing 737-8 aircraft, further strengthening its fleet modernisation programme.
The carrier, which is headquartered in Antalya and operates as a key airline linking Türkiye with Europe and the wider Mediterranean region, confirmed that the new aircraft arrived in Antalya during January. The fourth and final aircraft was delivered on January 29, marking an important early milestone in the airline’s growth plans for the year.
Of the four new Boeing 737-8s, three have already entered service across the SunExpress route network, while the final aircraft is scheduled to begin commercial operations at the start of February. These latest deliveries follow the arrival of five Boeing 737-8 aircraft in 2025, highlighting the airline’s steady investment in next-generation aircraft.
SunExpress has built a strong position in the European holiday travel market, operating an extensive network of scheduled and charter services connecting major European cities with popular Turkish destinations such as Antalya, Izmir and Dalaman. With decades of experience and the backing of two of Europe’s most established airline groups, SunExpress continues to expand capacity while maintaining a focus on operational reliability and customer service.
By continuing to invest in the latest aircraft technology, SunExpress aims to meet growing passenger demand, improve overall fleet efficiency and reinforce its role as one of the leading leisure airlines connecting Europe and Türkiye.
