June 2026 aviation milestone — reviewed 6 November 2026: This report documents the inaugural Pegasus and Jazeera Airways flights to Aleppo. These are confirmed historical launch dates, not a live timetable. Check your chosen airline for today’s services and departure times.
Aleppo International Airport gained two significant international air connections in June 2026. Pegasus Airlines launched service from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen on 9 June, followed by Jazeera Airways from Kuwait International Airport on 25 June. Both launches were reported by Syria’s official news agency, and Jazeera also confirmed its inaugural service directly.
Pegasus: Istanbul–Aleppo flights began on 9 June
Pegasus’ first flight to Aleppo arrived from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport on 9 June 2026. The new connection gave visitors and residents another way to reach northern Syria via Istanbul, a major transit hub for travellers arriving from Europe and elsewhere.
Earlier booking schedules had suggested a 2 June Aleppo launch, but the confirmed inaugural flight landed one week later. For that planning history, see our May 2026 Pegasus announcement archive.
Jazeera Airways: Kuwait–Aleppo service launched on 25 June
On 25 June 2026, Jazeera Airways operated its first flight from Kuwait City to Aleppo. The airline described Aleppo as its second Syrian destination. Syrian aviation officials reported 120 passengers on the inaugural flight.
The route was initially announced as a twice-weekly service, with possible future increases according to demand. This was the arrangement at the time of launch, not a verified frequency for November 2026. Visitors should check Jazeera Airways directly before booking.
Why the new connections mattered
For tourists, direct access to Aleppo can reduce the need to begin every northern Syria journey in Damascus or transfer overland from another airport. Aleppo is known for its ancient citadel, historic mosques, souqs, food traditions and craft workshops. Choosing an airport close to the beginning of a tour can also reduce backtracking, depending on the itinerary.
These developments are part of Syria’s broader aviation recovery, but a successful first flight does not guarantee that the same route or flight frequency continues unchanged. Our team can help arrange tours beginning in Aleppo or Damascus, with entry documentation and transport checked for each traveller’s passport and flight route.
Booking advice and official sources
Before travelling, verify your flight with Pegasus Airlines or Jazeera Airways and consult our Syria entry guide. For sightseeing inspiration, explore our best things to do in Aleppo.
Sources: SANA — Pegasus first flight, 9 June 2026; SANA — Jazeera first flight, 25 June 2026; Jazeera Airways inaugural flight announcement.