Cyprus Turkish AirlinesYK

Cyprus Turkish Airlines ceased all operations in 2010, following the airline's financial collapse and political complications surrounding service to Northern Cyprus. This guide provides historical information about the airline.

Cyprus Turkish Airlines (known locally as Kuzey Kıbrıs Hava Yolları in Turkish) was the flag carrier of Northern Cyprus from its founding until its closure in 2010. The airline operated a small network of routes connecting Ercan International Airport (ECN) in Nicosia to destinations across Turkey, the Middle East, and limited European services.

The airline served as the primary air transport operator for the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), an entity recognized only by Turkey. This politically sensitive status made Cyprus Turkish Airlines the only airline with a base of operations in Northern Cyprus and created unique operational and diplomatic challenges throughout its existence.

Cyprus Turkish Airlines operated a limited fleet of aircraft on regional routes, primarily focusing on maintaining connectivity between Northern Cyprus and Turkey, as well as selected routes to Cyprus mainland (via international airspace) and destinations in the Middle East.