Korean Air KE7978 flight status now

KE7978 - KAL7978 Korean Air (KE)
AUH Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
Flight AUH to ATH
ATH Athens Greece
Contact Airlines It may not operate on the date requested
Departure Abu Dhabi International Airport
IATA: AUHICAO: OMAA
Scheduled 08:40
A D49
Arrival Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
IATA: ATHICAO: LGAV
Scheduled 12:15
None None
KE7978 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 5 hours 35 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 3266 kms / 2029 miles
Airline
  • Korean Air
  • IATA: KE
  • ICAO: KAL
  • Operating Days: Friday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 299
  • Freight capacity: 40.2 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Shuttle
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A321neo
  • Callsign: KAL7978
  • Departure Timezone: Asia/Dubai
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/Athens
  • Current Time in Abu Dhabi: Tuesday 2025-11-18 07:56 AM
  • Current Time in Athens: Tuesday 2025-11-18 05:56 AM

International flight Korean Air KE7978 takes off from Abu Dhabi (AUH) United Arab Emirates to Athens (ATH) Greece. It's operated by Korean Air. The plane leaves Abu Dhabi International Airport at 08:40 Asia/Dubai. The flight is expected to land at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport at 12:15 Europe/Athens. The flight will last about 5 hours 35 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions, answered

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Athens?

On average, nonstop flight takes 5 hour(s) 35 minutes, with the flight distance of 3266 km (2029 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the Korean Air KE7978 flight?

All Korean Air KE7978 flights are operated using Airbus A321neo aircraft.

How many Korean Air KE7978 flights are operated a week?

1 flights per week. The Flight Korean Air KE7978 is operated on Friday.