What is the international flight policy for pregnancy on Turkish Airlines?

Flying pregnant comes with many complications, internal and external, especially when you need to travel internationally. Airlines like Turkis Airlines take care of pregnant passengers onboard and ensure a stress-free journey. However, it's your responsibility to follow their pregnancy policy carefully. Do I need to inform the airline that I am pregnant? The answer is Yes; you must inform the airline well in advance so they can take the necessary steps. Moreover, in the article, we will discuss Turkish Airlines' pregnancy policy for international flights ' and other relevant details; read it for smooth functioning. 

Turkish Airlines International Pregnancy policy 

Turkish Airlines' pregnancy policy is based on the pregnancy stage and the passengers' health. For long-haul flights, passengers need a doctor's approval regardless of their good health. 

The passenger must give the airline the correct information about their health and pregnancy status to avoid any problems. 

If the passengers have not entered the 28th week of pregnancy, they can travel without any doctor's note. 

In the case of a single delivery, if you are between the start of the 28th week and the end of the 35th week of pregnancy, you can travel with a doctor's note stating there is no particular reason for you not to fly. You must submit the same note if you expect more than one child between the start of the 28th week and the end of the 31st week of pregnancy. 

Turkish Airlines do not allow passengers on board if they expect one baby or more than one baby and are entering or are beyond the 36th week of pregnancy.

The policy suggests that Pregnant women can generally fly without a doctor's note for up to 27 weeks. A doctor's note is required if you travel between the 28th and 31st week. A doctor's note is needed between the 32nd and 35 weeks for a single pregnancy. You can't fly beyond that. A doctor's note is required for multiple pregnancies if you travel between the 28th and 31st week. They cannot fly beyond 32nd weeks. 

Things to consider when flying pregnant internationally 

Here are specific points you are required to consider when flying pregnant with Turkish Airlines internationally to have a stress-free journey: 

• Visit your Doctors for a check-up before flying, and make a note if they advise you for long flights. 
• You can opt for business class for transatlantic journeys. The business class seats allow you to move your legs around easily, as there is extra leg space, and avoid the risk of circulation problems. 
• Travel with the companion and ensure they have all your doctor's contact details. 
• Drink water, be dehydrated, and avoid drinks like tea and coffee.  
• Walk regularly on the plane to increase blood circulation, especially on long flights. 
• Aisle seats are better for pregnant passengers as the toilets are easily accessible. 
• Carry all the health-related notes from the concerned doctors and make sure these notes are in English. 
• Make sure you have all health-related notes from the doctor if you are going abroad and ensure that these notes are in English.
• Do not use sleeping pills to reduce the jetlag effect. 

Conclusion: Turkish Airlines allows pregnant women to fly until the 27th week without any doctor's note. After that, a doctor's note is required in case more than one pregnancy is present or there are some complications. Beyond the 32nd week for multiple pregnancies and the 36th week for singles, you can't travel. Finally, if more details are needed or you have any doubts about the pregnancy policy of Turkish Airlines, speak to the airline directly or visit the 'Flying Pregnant' page on the official Turkish Airlines site.