ISTANBUL — Turkish Airlines, which has held the title of flying to the most countries in the world since 2012, has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the record holder.

The national flag carrier has successfully achieved the Guinness World Records title for ‘Most Countries Flown to by an Airline.’

The record certificate was presented at Santiago Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport following Turkish Airlines’ inaugural flight to Chile last month. The ceremony was attended by Turkish Airlines executives and Guinness World Records officials.

Based on Guinness World Records evaluation criteria, Turkish Airlines set the record with flights to 120 countries, reflecting the active routes of the past 12 months.

Nevertheless, including temporarily suspended routes and the new service to Chile, Turkish Airlines’ flight network now spans 131 countries.

“We are delighted to be in Santiago, Chile, our newest route … and to receive the Guinness World Records title for the Most Countries Flown to by an Airline. As the only airline to hold this distinction for over a decade, we proudly showcase the strength of our flight network and reinforce our mission to connect people, cultures, and destinations around the globe,” said Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi.