Turkish carrier Pegasus Airlines launches direct flights between Edinburgh and Istanbul from June 27.

Turkish carrier Pegasus Airlines launches its inaugural route between Edinburgh Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen airport from June 27, offering a year-round service on Thursdays and Sundays using A320neo/A321neo aircraft. The airline is offering 2,500 special introductory fares of £1 plus taxes for the new route. This marks the first time Edinburgh has been connected directly with Istanbul.