It’s the star destination on the Turquoise Coast.

Now Cork Airport has announced a direct service to Antalya, Türkiye for summer 2026.

SunExpress, the joint venture airline between Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, will launch a new, twice-weekly service to Antalya as part of the 2026 Summer Schedule. The new route will commence on May 16, 2026, and operate through October 24th, 2026 with flights every Tuesday and Saturday.

Following the launch of SunExpress’ new route to İzmir and with strong demand for additional Turkish destinations, the new service to Antalya will provide even more choice for holidaymakers across the South of Ireland seeking sun, sea, and culture.

The luxury Cullinan Belek Hotel, Antalya

Seats to both destinations are now on sale as well as via tour operators and travel agencies.

Known as the gateway to the Turquoise Coast, Antalya boasts golden sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a rich tapestry of history, including the ancient cities of Perge and Aspendos. The region is also home to world-class resorts, golf courses, and an excellent culinary scene as well as some truly stunning design hotels.

Having just celebrated the first SunExpress service to Izmir last weekend, it’s fantastic to be able to announce yet another direct service to Türkiye for next summer – this time to Antalya.” said Head of Aviation Business Development & Communications at Cork Airport, Tara Finn.

“SunExpress is our ninth and newest airline and is a valued partner as we continue to grow our route network, offering more choice for our loyal and valued customers from across the South of Ireland.”