Atlas Air 5Y979 Flight Status Today

International flight Atlas Air 5Y979 takes off from Los Angeles (LAX) United States to Seoul (ICN) South Korea. It's operated by Atlas Air. The plane leaves Los Angeles International Airport at 14:40 America/Los_Angeles. The flight is expected to land at Incheon International Airport at 21:20 Asia/Seoul. The flight will last about 13 hours 40 minutes.

5Y979 - GTI979 Atlas Air (5Y)
LAX Los Angeles United States
Flight LAX to ICN
ICN Seoul South Korea
Contact Airlines It may not operate on the date requested
Departure Los Angeles International Airport
IATA: LAXICAO: KLAX
Scheduled 14:40
None None
Arrival Incheon International Airport
IATA: ICNICAO: RKSI
Scheduled 21:20
None None
5Y979 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 13 hours 40 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 9648 kms / 5995 miles
Airline
  • Atlas Air
  • IATA: 5Y
  • ICAO: GTI
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: None
  • Seats: None
  • Freight capacity: None
  • Passenger classes: None
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 747-8F Freighter
  • Callsign: GTI979
  • Departure Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Arrival Timezone: Asia/Seoul
  • Current Time in Los Angeles: Sunday 2026-03-22 04:56 AM
  • Current Time in Seoul: Sunday 2026-03-22 20:56 PM

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Atlas Air Flight 5Y979 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Atlas Air 5Y979 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 13 hour(s) 40 minutes, with the flight distance of 9648 km (5995 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the Atlas Air 5Y979 flight?

All Atlas Air 5Y979 flights are operated using Boeing 747-8F Freighter aircraft.

How many Atlas Air 5Y979 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight Atlas Air 5Y979 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .