Pakistan Airlines PK5979 Flight Status Today

International flight Pakistan Airlines PK5979 takes off from Istanbul (IST) Turkey to London (LHR) United Kingdom. It's operated by Pakistan International Airlines. The plane leaves Istanbul Ataturk Airport at 08:50 19 January 2026 Europe/Istanbul. The flight is expected to land at London Heathrow Airport at 09:55 19 January 2026 Europe/London. The flight will last about 4 hours 5 minutes.

Current status of PK5979 is Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 2 hours, 30 minutes

PK5979 - PIA5979 Pakistan International Airlines (PK)
IST Istanbul Turkey
Flight IST to LHR
LHR London United Kingdom
Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 2 hours, 30 minutes
Departure Istanbul Ataturk Airport
IATA: ISTICAO: LTBA
Scheduled 08:50 19 January 2026
Estimated 08:40 19 January 2026
None A1J
Arrival London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 09:55 19 January 2026
Estimated 09:45 19 January 2026
2 None
PK5979 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: 3U 7203, 6E 4063, BR 3554, FI 7000, UA 6915
  • Flight Duration: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 2518 kms / 1565 miles
Airline
  • Pakistan International Airlines
  • IATA: PK
  • ICAO: PIA
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: N/A
  • Seats: N/A
  • Freight capacity: N/A
  • Passenger classes: N/A
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A330-300
  • Callsign: N/A
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/Istanbul
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/London
  • Current Time in Istanbul: Monday 2026-01-19 06:10 AM
  • Current Time in London: Monday 2026-01-19 03:10 AM

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Pakistan Airlines Flight PK5979 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Pakistan Airlines PK5979 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 4 hour(s) 5 minutes, with the flight distance of 2518 km (1565 miles).

What is the current status of Pakistan Airlines PK5979 flight?

The current status of flight Pakistan Airlines PK5979 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Pakistan Airlines PK5979 flight?

All Pakistan Airlines PK5979 flights are operated using Airbus A330-300 aircraft.

When does the flight Pakistan Airlines PK5979 arrive?

Flight Pakistan Airlines PK5979 arrives at 09:55.

Which terminal the flight Pakistan Airlines PK5979 is arriving at?

Flight Pakistan Airlines PK5979 arrives in London Heathrow Airport at Terminal 2.

How many Pakistan Airlines PK5979 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight Pakistan Airlines PK5979 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .