‍YEŞILKÖY — Turkish Airlines (TK) has announced a new codeshare partnership with Air Montenegro (4O), the national flag carrier of Montenegro. The agreement aims to enhance travel options between Türkiye and Montenegro.

Under the codeshare agreement, TK will place its flight code on Air Montenegro-operated services from Istanbul to Tivat (TIV) and Podgorica (TDG), offering improved connectivity via Istanbul, one of the world’s leading transfer hubs.

In return, 4O will place its flight code not only on services between the two countries, but also on TK's flights to Dubai and Baku. The agreement aligns 4O’s regional presence in the Balkans with Turkish Airlines’ extensive international network, creating new opportunities for both business and leisure travelers.

Comments from Airline CEOs

Commenting on the partnership, Turkish Airlines Chief Executive Officer, Bilal Ekşi, said, “In addition to being one of the key hubs of global aviation, Istanbul serves as a strategic bridge connecting Europe and Asia. Our cooperation with Air Montenegro will not only add new momentum to traffic between Türkiye and Montenegro but also will generate synergy for tourism and trade.”

Air Montenegro Chief Executive Officer, Vukadin Stojanović, stated, “This codeshare partnership with Turkish Airlines represents an important step in strengthening Montenegro’s international connectivity. By combining our regional network with Turkish Airlines’ global reach, we are offering more destinations, greater flexibility, and a higher quality travel experience, while also supporting the development of cultural and economic ties between our two countries.”

The codeshare agreement is expected to boost passenger traffic and support the sustainable development of air traffic between Türkiye and Montenegro.

Turkish Airlines has a fleet of 519 (passenger and cargo) aircraft flying to 356 destinations in 132 countries. Founded in 2021, Air Montenegro is the national airline of Montenegro, connecting the country with key destinations across Europe and the wider region. 

Headquartered in Podgorica, 4O operates a growing network focused on strengthening Montenegro’s accessibility for both leisure and business travel.