Visiting family in Turkey? It’s so easy to fly from Stansted

London’s substantial Turkish community was established centuries ago and it’s had a positive impact on the city ever since. It’s even rumoured that the Turkish servant of a merchant was the one responsible for introducing coffee to London in the 1650s! Since that claim to fame, the Turkish community has flourished, with almost 90% of UK Turks based in and around London. SunExpress serves Turkish nationals looking to head back home and reconnect with loved ones without the sky-high price tag. That’s why London Stansted is such a handy airport for those visiting relatives in Turkey. And whether you’re planning to travel to the airport by car, coach or train, there are plenty of stress-free options to help get you here on time.

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If you’re travelling to Turkey as a multi-generation group which includes young children and elderly relatives, you’re going to want a no-hassle direct flight. So, it’s great news that SunExpress offers affordable and easy travel between London Stansted and seventeen Turkish destinations. If you’re heading to the North of the country, you can fly non-stop to Samsun or Trabzon. If you’re lucky enough to be visiting relatives on the sunny coast, fly directly to Dalaman, Antalya, Izmir, or Gaziantep. And if your friends and family live inland, you can fly to Çukurova, Diyarbakir or travel straight from London Stansted to the east coast regions of Van, Kars and Erzurum.

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Of course, SunExpress never compromises when it comes to safety or quality. And when you book flights from London Stansted to Turkey, you can choose from a range of packages to personalise your travel experience. SunLight is the best option if you want to travel light, while SunEco is an economic fare which includes one hand baggage up to 8 kg and a checked baggage allowance. The SunClassic fare includes a snack box and a bottle of water, a standard seat reservation, and an additional baggage allowance of 5 kg. If you need an extra 10 kg baggage allowance, SunPremium includes seats with extra legroom and pre-order meal.

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For the latest information about visa and entry requirements for Turkey, it’s a good idea to check the official Turkish government or British Embassy websites. As a rule, ordinary passport holders can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Making your way to grandma’s house? You’d better not turn up empty handed. Bringing a small gift will go a long way, so why not pick up a little something from World Duty Free on your way through London Stansted Airport?

Turkey is a great destination for a road trip, but if you decide not to hire a car or rely on getting lifts from family, an extensive bus network crosses the country. You could hail a cab, but it might be worth using the Uber app or downloading local ride-hailing app BiTaksi.

Even if you think you know Turkey like the back of your hand, there’s always something new to discover. Sometimes it’s great to be able to see what’s on your own doorstep through a new lens. Why not treat your family to a day out on the tourist trail? You could try all sorts of new activities from soaking in a relaxing Turkish bath, to taking to the skies in a hot air balloon above Cappadocia. And although your relatives live in Turkey, have they ever taken the time to explore its national treasures? How about a tour around the ancient city of Ephesus, or even a day trip to visit the architectural wonders of Istanbul like the legendary Topkapi Palace or Blue Mosque? And if you don’t want to travel too far, you can still treat your family to some traditional Turkish cuisine. That way, they can be on the receiving end of that famous Turkish hospitality without having to do the cooking or washing up!

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Cheap flights to Turkey for family visits are usually first come first served, so remember to book your seats early! Booking online is easy, and you can tailor your travel requirements to suit your individual needs. Extras include choosing your seats to guarantee your party can sit together - and you can even save up to 40% on selected seats with their ‘Best Family Offer’ if at least one adult and one child are travelling. For a more comfortable flight with a little more room between you and other passengers, you can even opt to leave the middle seat free (from 39.99 €). And if you’re carrying gifts which will take you over the free baggage allowance, you can add an affordable excess baggage package of up to 20kg to your booking and save up to 70% on prices charged at the check-in counter. If you’ve already booked your flight but decide to include a few extras, you can easily upgrade your fare up to 36 hours before departure.

SunExpress offers terrific travel deals all year round to make visiting relatives in Turkey easy and affordable for the Stansted Turkish community. With regular flights between London Stansted Airport and locations all over Turkey, it couldn’t be easier to stay connected.

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