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Turkish Airlines Named "Best in Entertainment" in Europe at 2026 APEX Awards

Turkish Airlines Named

Turkish Airlines Named "Best in Entertainment" in Europe at 2026 APEX Awards

Turkish Airlines has once again been recognized for excellence in onboard experience, winning the Best in Entertainment Award in Europe at the 2026 APEX Official Airline Ratings. This marks the fourth consecutive year the airline has received the distinction.

The APEX ratings are based exclusively on verified passenger feedback collected in partnership with TripIt and Concur. For 2026, travelers evaluated more than one million flights operated by over 600 airlines worldwide through a standardized five-star system.

Airlines were assessed across key areas shaping the passenger journey , including seat comfort, cabin service, food and beverage, in-flight entertainment, and Wi-Fi connectivity.

"This marks the fourth consecutive year the airline has received the distinction."

The repeated recognition highlights Turkish Airlines' continued investment in high-quality content, advanced entertainment systems, and an engaging onboard experience — reinforcing its position among Europe's leading carriers.

APEX 2026 Assessment Categories

  • Seat comfort
  • Cabin service
  • Food and beverage
  • In-flight entertainment
  • Wi-Fi connectivity

APEX methodology: Verified passenger feedback collected via TripIt and Concur, with more than one million flights evaluated across 600+ airlines using a standardized five-star system.

Key Facts at a Glance

  • Award: Best in Entertainment (Europe)
  • Year: 2026 APEX Official Airline Ratings
  • Achievement: Fourth consecutive win
  • Data source: Verified passenger feedback via TripIt and Concur
  • Scale: 1+ million flights, 600+ airlines evaluated

Industry leadership: Turkish Airlines continues to outpace competitors in passenger satisfaction for in-flight entertainment, demonstrating consistent excellence in a highly competitive market.

"Travelers evaluated more than one million flights operated by over 600 airlines worldwide through a standardized five-star system."

— APEX Official Airline Ratings 2026

With this fourth consecutive Best in Entertainment Award, Turkish Airlines solidifies its reputation as a leader in passenger experience. The recognition reflects not only the quality of its in-flight entertainment systems but also the airline's broader commitment to continuous improvement across all aspects of air travel.

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