Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Signs Protocol with Turkish Airlines and AJet

Turkey

TRNC President Ersin Tatar: "These steps will enhance the competitiveness of the tourism sector".

On Monday, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) signed a new protocol with Turkish Airlines, Türkiye’s national flag carrier, and its low-cost subsidiary AJet. The agreement is part of the "Island Cyprus Project," which aims to make air travel to the TRNC more accessible and affordable.

The signing ceremony took place at the Presidential Palace in Lefkosa and was attended by TRNC President Ersin Tatar, Prime Minister Ünal Üstel, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee Ahmet Bolat, as well as other high-ranking officials.

The protocol is designed to ease travel to the TRNC by stabilizing and lowering ticket prices, while also encouraging an increase in tourist arrivals. As part of the agreement, AJet will operate shuttle flights between Ercan Airport in Northern Cyprus and key cities in Türkiye.

A maximum ticket price of 6,000 Turkish liras (approximately $150) has been set for flights between Türkiye and the TRNC.

In addition, following a promotional event scheduled for 26 July in London, round-trip fares between London Stansted and Ercan Airport will be offered at a fixed rate of €250 (around $293).

Speaking at the ceremony, TRNC President Ersin Tatar emphasized the importance of the agreement for the local economy:

"These steps will significantly enhance the competitiveness of our tourism sector and support its growth."