Icelandair announces new flight service connecting Reykjavik with Istanbul

He also noted that interest in travel between Asia and Iceland has increased in recent years. "With these new connections, we are further strengthening our sales and distribution network," he said.

Istanbul, Türkiye's largest city, is recognized for its rich history and cultural landmarks. It straddles the Bosporus Strait, linking the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara.

This announcement follows over a year after Icelandair and Turkish Airlines established their codeshare agreement. The partnership aims to reduce total travel time from Asia and the Middle East by aligning flight schedules between both airlines.

Bogason also confirmed plans to deepen this collaboration: "Following the announcement we will also further expand our codeshare partnership with Turkish Airlines... Our schedule to Istanbul will be specially coordinated to align with Turkish Airlines flights."

In related developments, Icelandair is advancing its Nashville service due to heightened demand. Additionally, it is phasing out its Boeing 757-300s as it integrates Airbus A321LR aircraft into its fleet.