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Explore the world with student discounts

Take advantage of student flight discounts to explore Türkiye and destinations around the world. Browse special offers for students and choose the student ticket option that’s best for you.

Age requirements for student discounts

Take advantage of discounts offered to students and enjoy a more affordable trip. Students aged 12–34 (who have not yet turned 35) are eligible for student airfare discounts on international flights, and students aged 12–25 (who have not yet turned 26) are eligible for domestic flights and flights to Ercan Airport.

Special discounts for students

20% discount on domestic flights for students

Create your student profile and take advantage of discounted fares of up to 20% on domestic flights. Join Miles&Smiles and explore these offers by selecting “Student” as your passenger type during the ticket purchase process.

10% discount on flights departing from/to Türkiye

You can take advantage of a special 10% student discount on flights departing from or arriving in Türkiye. To secure these discounted fares, become a Miles&Smiles member and select “Student” as your passenger type when booking your flights.

15% discount on international flights with a layover in Türkiye

A 15% student discount awaits you on flights between two destinations outside of Türkiye. Log into your Miles&Smiles account, select “Student” as the passenger type during the booking process, and plan international trips within your budget.


Flexible change options

Don’t worry if your international travel plans change. Thanks to the student ticket change option, you can travel with freedom, enjoying flexible dates and change options on your international tickets. This benefit applies to the first change on international flights and is not valid for domestic flights.

Extra baggage benefit

Travel with peace of mind thanks to special baggage allowances for students. Under the student baggage allowance, you can enjoy a 40 kg baggage allowance on international flights (2x23 kg on routes where the piece concept applies) and take advantage of discounted extra baggage fees on domestic flights.


Steps to get a student airfare discount

We’ve tailored Turkish Airlines’ benefits to your needs so you can travel to new destinations, visit your loved ones, and reach your school quickly and safely. With student flight ticket benefits that offer various opportunities to Miles&Smiles members who are students, you can enjoy travel filled with discovery.

Frequently asked questions about student discount

What age ranges are eligible for student discounts? Read more

The student discount applies to students aged 12–34 (who have not yet turned 35) on international flights; for domestic flights and flights to Ercan Airport, this benefit applies to students aged 12–25 (who have not yet turned 26).

How many kilograms of baggage can be carried with a student ticket? Read more

Student tickets offer a checked baggage allowance of 2 x 23 kg under the piece concept, or 40 kg under the kilogram concept. Your baggage allowance may vary depending on the travel route and ticket type.

Can student tickets be changed? Read more

The first date or time change made to a student ticket is free of charge. Any difference in fare class will be charged separately.

Can Erasmus students take advantage of this discount? Read more

Yes, Erasmus students are also eligible for the student discount. You must carry the relevant student ID with you during your trip.

Can the student discount be combined with promotional tickets? Read more

Yes, student discounts can be combined with promotional tickets. Campaign and promotional terms may vary depending on the destination and season.

How can students in Türkiye submit their student verifications? Read more

Students studying in Türkiye who are citizens of the Republic of Türkiye can easily submit their student verification to take advantage of the student airfare discount.

  • Create your Miles&Smiles membership.
  • Go to the “My Personal Information” section in your account.
  • Select the “Student” option under the “Discount Types” section.
  • Click the “Save” button.

Once the system approves your request, your student registration is complete, and you can begin taking advantage of the student airfare discount on eligible flights. 

Can students in Türkiye who are not citizens of the Republic of Türkiye register as students? Read more

Students studying in Türkiye who are foreign nationals (not citizens of the Republic of Türkiye) can also register as students to take advantage of the student airfare discount.

  • Create your Miles&Smiles membership.
  • Go to the “My Personal Information” page in your account.
  • Find the “Add Discounted Passenger Type” section and select “Student (International).”
  • Click the “Fill Out Form” button in this section.
  • Prepare the necessary documents proving your student status in the specified format and upload them to the system.

Once your student status is approved, you can begin taking advantage of Turkish Airlines’ student benefits.

Can students studying abroad take advantage of Turkish Airlines’ student benefits? Read more

Students studying outside Türkiye can also register as students to enjoy the Turkish Airlines student benefits.

  • Create your Miles&Smiles membership.
  • Go to the “My Personal Information” page in your account.
  • In the “Add Discounted Passenger Type” section, locate the “Student (International)” field.
  • Click the “Fill out the form” button in this field.
  • Prepare the required documents proving your student status in the specified format and upload them to the system.
  • Once your student status is approved, you can start taking advantage of Turkish Airlines student benefits.

After completing their registration, how can students take advantage of Turkish Airlines’ student discounts and benefits? Read more

  • Visit our website at turkishairlines.com or our mobile app.
  • Make sure you’re logged in with your Miles&Smiles membership details.
  • When searching for a flight ticket, select “Student” as your passenger type in the section where you choose the route and date.
  • Once you’ve selected your flight, you can see the amount with the student discount applied (if available) at the bottom of the page.

Can all students take advantage of Turkish Airlines’ student discounts? Read more

  • Yes, all students who can verify their student status through age and documentation are eligible for the Turkish Airlines student discount.
  • Students who are citizens of the Republic of Türkiye and are studying in Türkiye can register as students by logging into their Miles&Smiles accounts and selecting the “Student” option in the discount options section under “My Personal Information.”
  • Foreign students studying in Türkiye can access the “My Personal Information” page in their Miles&Smiles accounts, select the “Add Discounted Passenger Type” section, choose the “Student (International)” option, and upload the required student documents to the system to take advantage of the discount.
  • Students studying outside of Türkiye (Turkish citizens or foreign nationals) can complete their student registration by uploading valid student documents obtained from their registered educational institution to the system via their Miles&Smiles accounts.

*Once your student registration is approved, you can begin taking advantage of student flight ticket discounts and other student benefits on eligible flights.

Terms and conditions for student discounts on international flights Read more

  • Benefits apply to one-way or round-trip Economy Class flights.
  • Only Miles&Smiles member students are eligible for student benefits. Non-members must join the Miles&Smiles program to take advantage of the campaign. The Miles&Smiles membership number must be entered when filling out the “Student Application Form.”
  • Turkish citizens studying in Türkiye who have or create a Miles&Smiles membership must select the “Student” option in the “Personal Information” section of their Miles&Smiles account. Once this option is selected, the system will perform the necessary checks to confirm eligibility for student-status transactions. Once the student status has been approved, members can begin to take advantage of student flight ticket benefits.
  • All students studying abroad, regardless of Turkish citizenship status, can fill out the Student Application Form available on the Turkish Airlines website or visit a sales office to register as a student after becoming a Miles&Smiles member.
  • After completing the online application form, Turkish Airlines will conduct the necessary verifications within approximately 7 business days; those whose student status is approved will be eligible to take advantage of student benefits.
  • The online application form requires the entry of the Miles&Smiles membership number, first name, last name, and date of birth, as well as the upload of a student ID or a current and valid document that verifies your student status.
  • Documents that can be uploaded to the online application form include a student ID (university, college, high school, language school, etc.), ISIC card, student certificate, or transcript. These documents can be in any language; however, documents in a language other than Turkish or English may require a longer review process.
  • Students aged 12–34 (who have not yet turned 35) are eligible for student flight ticket benefits.
  • The information provided in the online Student Application Form, the Miles&Smiles membership account, and the uploaded student ID/document must match.
  • These benefits are available to individuals who possess an ID card or student document signed or approved by an authorized authority. The official ID card or document proving student status must clearly include the name of the educational institution and/or its emblem, as well as the individual’s full name and date of birth.
  • The name, surname, and date of birth must be clearly and legibly written on the uploaded student ID/document. The ID/document must bear a valid wet signature, stamp, or seal issued by an authorized authority.
  • Individuals whose student status has been verified may purchase tickets through the Turkish Airlines website, mobile app, and sales offices.
  • To purchase a ticket through Turkish Airlines’ online channels, you must log in to your Miles&Smiles account and select “Student” as the passenger type when choosing your ticket. If you do not log in to your Miles&Smiles account, you won’t be able to take advantage of these benefits.
  • Student status expires after one year. To continue benefiting from these advantages, a new application must be submitted at the end of the year.
  • For transactions made through online channels, the discount amount and the total discounted price can be viewed at the bottom of the page after the flight is selected.
  • The discount applies at 15% for round-trip and one-way international transit flights; and at 10% for round-trip and one-way flights departing from or arriving at TR/ECN. The discount does not apply to taxes, and the discount rate may vary depending on factors such as the route, class, and date of travel. The student discount does not apply to flight segments departing from European Union member countries and arriving in Russia.
  • Tickets purchased by selecting the “Student” passenger type include a 40 kg baggage allowance. For flights operated under the “piece” concept, the baggage allowance is 23 kg x 2.
  • The maximum stay period between the outbound and return flights is 12 months.
  • The first change made to a ticket purchased with a student airfare discount is free of charge. However, any fare differences resulting from a class change may be charged.
  • This student offer is valid only on scheduled flights operated by Turkish Airlines. It is not valid for AJet flights or flights operated by Star Alliance partner airlines.
  • If there is more than one passenger on the PNR, the benefits apply only if all passengers on the ticket have student status.
  • Promotional fares do not apply to group reservations.
  • Usage rights under this campaign are non-transferable.
  • If the original ID or document uploaded to the Student Application Form is requested, it must be presented during check-in. Photographs or copies of IDs are not accepted in lieu of the original ID/document.
  • If it is determined that a passenger is ineligible for the discount, they will not be permitted to travel.
  • Student benefits do not apply to award tickets.
  • Student airfare discounts can be combined with selected Turkish Airlines promotions and discounts.
  • Turkish Airlines reserves the right to initiate legal proceedings against those found to have violated any rules.
  • Turkish Airlines reserves the right to modify the campaign rules and conditions, definitions, and other information, as well as to cancel the campaign.

Terms and conditions regarding student discounts on domestic flights Read more

  • On domestic flights and flights to Ercan International Airport, these benefits apply to one-way or round-trip Economy Class and Business Class flights.
  • On direct flights departing from Istanbul and Antalya and arriving at Ercan International Airport, a 20% discount is applied to the base fare for the following fare classes—C, D, K, J, B, M, A, H, S, O, E, Q, T, and L—as part of the student benefits program.
  • Only students who are Miles&Smiles members can take advantage of student flight ticket benefits. Non-members must first become Miles&Smiles members to participate in the campaign. The Miles&Smiles membership number must be entered when filling out the Student Application Form.
  • Turkish citizens studying in Türkiye who have or create a Miles&Smiles membership must select the “Student” option in the “Personal Information” section of their Miles&Smiles account. Once this option is selected, the system will perform the necessary checks to confirm eligibility for student status. Individuals whose student status is approved may begin taking advantage of the benefits.
  • All students studying abroad, regardless of Turkish citizenship status, can fill out the Student Application Form on the Turkish Airlines website or visit a sales office to register as a student after becoming a Miles&Smiles member.
  • After completing the registration via the online Student Application Form, Turkish Airlines will conduct the necessary verifications within approximately 7 business days. Those whose student status is approved will be eligible to enjoy student benefits following the approval notification.
  • The online Student Application Form requires the entry of the Miles&Smiles membership number, first name, last name, and date of birth, as well as the upload submission of a valid student ID or other valid document that verifies your student status.
  • Acceptable documents for upload submission include a student ID (from a university, college, high school, language school, etc.), an ISIC card, a student certificate, or a transcript. Documents can be in any language; however, documents in languages other than Turkish or English may result in a longer verification process.
  • Students between the ages of 12 and 25 (who have not yet turned 26) are eligible for student benefits on domestic flights and flights to Ercan International Airport.
  • The information provided on the online Student Application Form, in the Miles&Smiles membership account, and on the uploaded student ID/document must match.
  • These benefits are available to individuals who possess an ID card or student document signed or approved by an authorized authority. The official ID card or document proving student status must clearly include the name of the educational institution and/or its emblem, as well as the individual’s full name and date of birth.
  • The name, surname, and date of birth must be clearly and legibly written on the uploaded student ID/document. The ID/document must bear a valid wet signature, stamp, or seal issued by an authorized authority.
  • Individuals whose student status has been verified may purchase tickets through the Turkish Airlines website, mobile app, and sales offices.
  • When purchasing a ticket through online channels, you must log in to your Miles&Smiles account and select “Student” as the passenger type during the ticket selection process to begin the transaction. You won’t be able to take advantage of the benefits unless you’re logged into your Miles&Smiles account.
  • Student status expires at the end of one year. To continue benefiting from student flight ticket advantages, a new application must be submitted at the end of the year.
  • For transactions made through Turkish Airlines’ online channels, the discount amount and the total discounted price can be viewed at the bottom of the page after the flight is selected.
  • Discounts are available only on domestic flights. The discount is 20% of the base fare for domestic flights and 15% for flights to Ercan International Airport; taxes are not included, and the discount does not apply to promotional fare classes (V/P/W/U/F/G).
  • For domestic flights and flights to Ercan International Airport, the free baggage allowance for student passengers is the same as for adult passengers.
  • For domestic flights and flights to Ercan International Airport, no exemption is offered for student passengers regarding change rules.
  • Relevant student fares are valid only on scheduled flights operated by Turkish Airlines. These fares do not apply to AJet flights or flights operated by Star Alliance partner airlines.
  • A PNR may include multiple passengers; discounts/fares for passengers with student status and other passengers are calculated separately.
  • Promotional fares do not apply to group reservations.
  • Usage rights under this campaign are non-transferable.
  • If the original ID or document uploaded to the Student Application Form is requested, it must be presented during check-in. Photographs or copies of IDs are not accepted as substitutes for the original ID or document.
  • If it is determined that a passenger is not eligible for the discount, they will not be permitted to travel.
  • Student airfare benefits do not apply to award tickets.
  • The discount offered to students cannot be combined with other Turkish Airlines campaigns or discounts.
  • Turkish Airlines reserves the right to initiate legal proceedings against those found to have violated any rules.
  • Turkish Airlines reserves the right to modify the campaign rules and conditions, definitions, and other information, as well as to cancel the campaign.