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Turkish Airlines Supports Medical Tourism

22.10.2009

TURKISH AIRLINES MEDICAL TOURISM SUPPORT PACKAGE

The Medical Tourism market in the world has been rapidly growing in recent years. In order to increase share of Turkish Health Care establishments in the market and support national economy, Turkish Airlines has prepared a support package for Health Care Establishments who invest in Medical Tourism.

Protocols have already been signed with majority of health care establishments in Medical Tourism. The package offers special discounts and incentives for those who come to Turkey for medical treatment purposes.

  • Travel from other countries to Turkey: 20% discount (1) on First and Business class system fares, 15% discount on Comfort class system fares and 10% discount (1) on economy class system fares will be applied(2)
  • 10kg excess luggage allowance (3) will be issued when discounted fares are used.
  • No rebooking penalty will be charged if the rebooking is required for medical complications.(4)
  • Maximum 2 companions traveling with the patient are entitled for the same discounts and allowances.

Procedures:
Passengers travelling for medical purposes are required to present an acceptance letter made by receiving Health Care Establishment who is under agreement with Turkish Airlines. Discounts are only applied at Turkish Airlines offices unless otherwise specified.

  • Discounts cannot be combined with other discounts. No discounts on promotional fares. No discount for stretcher.
  • Flights must be TK only. Code share flights are not included.
  • Piece concept (such as USA to Turkey): 2Pc, 23Kg per piece maximum luggage allowance on Turkish Airlines operated flights only.  
  • Passengers will be charged if upgrade is necessary or other fees are required.