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By Air

Turkish Airlines (THY) flies to Istanbul and Ankara from most world capitals, and provides domestic flights to all major cities in Turkey. THY also offers limited direct service from parts of Europe to Izmir, Antalya and Dalaman. British Airways flies from London to Istanbul.

By Rail

It is possible to arrange rail connections to Istanbul from most major European cities, but the quality of the experience can range from pleasant to decidedly uncomfortable. Overcrowding and a lack of effective sanitation measures on some rail cars may make train travel a less than desirable option for some visitors.

The 'Istanbul Express' offers daily service from Munich, Vienna and Athens. There are weekly departures to Istanbul from Budapest, Bucharest and Moscow. Sleeping berths are available. Discounts are available to minors and students under the age of 26.

By Sea

Frequent passenger ship service is available from Venice, Italy to a variety of Turkish ports, provided by Turkish Maritime Lines. The vessels are comfortable, and the food aboard is generally good. Sleeping cabins are available. TML also offers service from ports in Turkish Cyprus to the Turkish coastal cities of Mersin and Silifke. During the summer months one can travel by ship or ferry from the Greek islands of Rhodes, Lesbos, Samos, Chios and Cos to destinations on the Turkish mainland.