Hundreds Of Travelers Stranded Around Türkiye As Antalya, Istanbul, And Ankara Delay 362 And Cancel 15, Impacting Pegasus, Turkish, SunExpress, AJet, Air Algerie, And Others

Written By: Ryan Rashid

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June 3, 2026 00:59 GMT+5:30

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Flight cancellations continued across Türkiye, as 362 delays and 15 cancellations impacted Istanbul, Ankara, and Antalya, with Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, SunExpress, and AJet amongst disrupted airlines.

The worst-hit airports were Istanbul Airport (163 delays, 8 cancellations), Antalya Airport (89 delays, 4 cancellations), Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (71 delays, 3 cancellations), and Ankara Esenboğa Havalimanı International Airport (39 delays). Among airlines, Turkish Airlines (124 delays, 6 cancellations) recorded the highest number of disruptions, followed by Pegasus Airlines (50 delays, 1 cancellation), AJet (22 delays), SunExpress (29 delays, 2 cancellations), Jet2 (9 delays), Air Algerie (2 delays, 2 cancellations), KLM (2 cancellations), and Kuwait Airways Corporation (0 delays, 1 cancellation). Other popular carriers including Lufthansa, Wizz Air UK, China Southern Airlines, TUI Fly, and Azerbaijan Airlines also experienced disruptions.

• Updated today: Türkiye’s four busiest monitored airports reported 362 delays and 15 cancellations.
• Istanbul Airport recorded the highest disruption levels with 163 delays and 8 cancellations.
• Antalya Airport reported 89 delays and 4 cancellations, the second-highest total among affected airports.
• Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport recorded 71 delays and 3 cancellations.
• Ankara Esenboğa Havalimanı International Airport experienced 39 delays without any cancellations.
• Turkish Airlines was the most affected airline with 124 delays and 6 cancellations across the monitored airports.
• Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress, and AJet were among the carriers reporting the largest numbers of delayed flights.
• Airlines including KLM, Air Algerie, Kuwait Airways Corporation, Jet2, and TUI Fly also recorded disruptions.

Most Affected Turkish Airports

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport experienced the highest level of disruption today with 163 delayed flights and 8 cancellations. Airlines most affected at the airport included Turkish Airlines, Air Algerie, Pegasus Airlines, Lufthansa, China Southern Airlines, KLM, and Wizz Air UK.

Antalya Airport

Antalya Airport reported 89 delays and 4 cancellations. The airlines most affected here were SunExpress, Pegasus Airlines, Jet2, and TUI Fly.

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport recorded 71 delays and 3 cancellations. Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, AJet, Kuwait Airways Corporation, and Azerbaijan Airlines accounted for most disruptions.

Ankara Esenboğa Havalimanı International Airport

Ankara Esenboğa Havalimanı International Airport saw 39 delayed flights and no cancellations. Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus Airlines, and SunExpress were the primary airlines affected.

Airlines Most Affected by Türkiye Flight Cancellations and Delays

Turkish Airlines

The country’s flag carrier recorded the largest disruption total, with delays and cancellations reported at Istanbul Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen, and Ankara Esenboğa.

Pegasus Airlines

Pegasus Airlines experienced disruptions across Istanbul Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen, Antalya, and Ankara.

SunExpress

SunExpress recorded significant delays and cancellations, particularly at Antalya Airport, while also reporting disruptions in Ankara.

AJet

AJet flights faced delays at both Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Ankara Esenboğa airports.

Jet2

Jet2 reported notable delays at Antalya Airport, impacting scheduled operations.

Air Algerie

Air Algerie experienced both delays and cancellations at Istanbul Airport.

KLM

KLM recorded cancellations at Istanbul Airport, contributing to the day’s disruption figures.

Kuwait Airways Corporation

Kuwait Airways Corporation was among the carriers affected by cancellations at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

What Can Affected Passengers Do?

• Check flight status regularly through airline communication channels before leaving for the airport.
• Allow extra time for check-in, security screening, and boarding procedures.
• Monitor gate assignments and departure information for flights operating through Istanbul Airport or Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen.
• Keep airline booking references and travel documents readily available.
• Contact the airline directly if a flight is delayed or cancelled to review available travel options.
• Travelers passing through Antalya or Ankara airports should remain attentive to schedule updates throughout the day.
• Consider flexible onward travel arrangements when disruptions affect connecting flights.
• Review airline policies regarding rebooking, refunds, and passenger assistance.

Overview of Türkiye Flight Cancellations

Today’s flight disruptions were concentrated in the major aviation hubs of Istanbul, Antalya, and Ankara, with Istanbul accounting for the largest share of both delays and cancellations. Turkish Airlines recorded the highest disruption figures, while Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress, AJet, Jet2, and Air Algerie also experienced operational impacts. Additional disruptions were reported by KLM, Lufthansa, China Southern Airlines, Wizz Air UK, Kuwait Airways Corporation, TUI Fly, and Azerbaijan Airlines.
Author’s Note: Flight data was compiled from FlightAware and may change with live updates. Travelers should monitor flight status and airline notifications regularly.
The highest cancellation total was recorded at Istanbul Airport, followed by Antalya Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport. Meanwhile, Ankara Esenboğa Havalimanı International Airport reported delays but avoided cancellations. Across Istanbul, Antalya, and Ankara, passengers encountered varying levels of disruption as airlines worked to maintain schedules amid operational challenges. The combined total of 362 delays and 15 cancellations highlights the extent of today’s flight disruptions across Türkiye’s key aviation gateways.

Source: Different airports and FlightAware