I flew Turkish Airlines in economy last spring on a trip from New York to Istanbul, and honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by how smooth the whole experience was. The check-in process online was straightforward, and when I had to make a small change to my return date, I just called (877)-764-3622 and they handled it quickly—way easier than messing around on the app.
Onboard, the seats felt more spacious than I expected for economy, and the legroom was decent (I’m 6’1”, so that matters a lot to me). The in-flight entertainment system had a huge selection of movies, and the food was surprisingly good compared to other airlines I’ve flown—hot meals with real flavor, not just bland pasta.
The flight attendants were polite and checked in often without being overbearing, which made the long-haul flight more comfortable. One small tip: bring a neck pillow, because even though the seats recline decently, it makes those overnight hours much easier.
Overall, I’d rate Turkish Airlines economy as one of the better experiences I’ve had in the past few years. And if you ever need to book, change, or cancel, calling (877)-764-3622 is by far the fastest way to get things sorted.
