Turkish Airlines Introduces Exclusive Pet Lounge at Istanbul Airport

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Travelling with your furry or feathered friend just got a major upgrade. Turkish Airlines has introduced a dedicated Pet Lounge at Istanbul Airport—designed to give pets a comfortable, stress-free experience before take-off or between flights.

A VIP Experience for Your Pets

This complimentary lounge is available to pets traveling as AVIH (Animals in Hold) and their owners, offering a secure and soothing space before their next adventure. Conveniently located in the B Pier area, the spacious 250m² lounge includes a 32m² outdoor terrace, ensuring pets can stretch, relax, and settle in before their flight.

Luxury & Comfort for Your Four-Legged Companion

The state-of-the-art Pet Lounge can accommodate up to 32 dogs, 36 cats, and 10 birds at once, with:

Veterinary supervision to monitor pets’ well-being (no medical procedures performed).
Separate areas for staff, cleaning, and pet rest to maintain hygiene and comfort.
A secure, temperature-controlled environment so pets stay relaxed before take-off.

How It Works

If your pet is traveling via Istanbul Airport, they qualify for the Pet Lounge if:

Their departing flight has a layover of at least 60 minutes (from Istanbul).
Their connecting flight has a layover of at least 75 minutes before take-off.

While pets in AVIH can enjoy the lounge, PETC (Pets in Cabin) must stay with their owners and are not permitted inside. For security reasons, pet parents won’t have access to the lounge either, as it is in a restricted airside area, but rest assured, their furry friends will be well cared for.

With this innovative service, Turkish Airlines is setting a new standard in pet-friendly travel, making it easier than ever for South Africans to explore the world without leaving their beloved companions behind.