Turkish Airlines TK8740 Flight Status Today

International flight Turkish Airlines TK8740 takes off from Melbourne (MEL) Australia to Auckland (AKL) New Zealand. It's operated by Turkish Airlines. The plane leaves Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at 10:35 03 March 2026 Australia/Sydney. The flight is expected to land at Auckland Airport at 16:15 03 March 2026 Pacific/Auckland. The flight will last about 3 hours 40 minutes.

Current status of TK8740 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 2 hours, 44 minutes

TK8740 - THY8740 Turkish Airlines (TK)
MEL Melbourne Australia
Flight MEL to AKL
AKL Auckland New Zealand
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 2 hours, 44 minutes
Departure Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
IATA: MELICAO: YMML
Scheduled 10:35 03 March 2026
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Arrival Auckland Airport
IATA: AKLICAO: NZAA
Scheduled 16:15 03 March 2026
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TK8740 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: CA 5136, EY 4434, SQ 4236, UA 6780, VA 7024
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 40 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 2643 kms / 1642 miles
Airline
  • Turkish Airlines
  • IATA: TK
  • ICAO: THY
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 168
  • Freight capacity: 2 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Shuttle
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: AJA8740
  • Departure Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Arrival Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Current Time in Melbourne: Tuesday 2026-03-03 07:51 AM
  • Current Time in Auckland: Tuesday 2026-03-03 09:51 AM

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Turkish Airlines Flight TK8740 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Turkish Airlines TK8740 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 40 minutes, with the flight distance of 2643 km (1642 miles).

What is the current status of Turkish Airlines TK8740 flight?

The current status of flight Turkish Airlines TK8740 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Turkish Airlines TK8740 flight?

All Turkish Airlines TK8740 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

When does the flight Turkish Airlines TK8740 arrive?

Flight Turkish Airlines TK8740 arrives at 16:15.

Which terminal the flight Turkish Airlines TK8740 is arriving at?

Flight Turkish Airlines TK8740 arrives in Auckland Airport at Terminal I.

How many Turkish Airlines TK8740 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight Turkish Airlines TK8740 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .