Turkish Airlines TK281 Flight Status : Live Tracking & Updates

International flight Turkish Airlines TK281 takes off from Shanghai (PVG) China to Istanbul (IST) Turkey. It's operated by Turkish Airlines. The plane leaves Shanghai Pudong International Airport at 07:55 06 May 2026 Asia/Shanghai. The flight is expected to land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport at 14:50 06 May 2026 Europe/Istanbul. The flight will last about 11 hours 55 minutes.

Current status of TK281 is Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 10 minutes

TK281 - THY281 Turkish Airlines (TK)
PVG Shanghai China
Flight PVG to IST
IST Istanbul Turkey
Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 10 minutes
Departure Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA: PVGICAO: ZSPD
Scheduled 07:55 06 May 2026
Estimated 07:55 06 May 2026
2 D73
Arrival Istanbul Ataturk Airport
IATA: ISTICAO: LTBA
Scheduled 14:50 06 May 2026
Estimated 14:50 06 May 2026
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TK281 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 11 hours 55 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 8046 kms / 5000 miles
Airline
  • Turkish Airlines
  • IATA: TK
  • ICAO: THY
  • Operating Days:
Passenger Services
  • Service type: N/A
  • Seats: N/A
  • Freight capacity: N/A
  • Passenger classes: N/A
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: THY281
  • Departure Timezone: Asia/Shanghai
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/Istanbul
  • Current Time in Shanghai: Wednesday 2026-05-06 07:45 AM
  • Current Time in Istanbul: Wednesday 2026-05-06 02:45 AM

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Turkish Airlines Flight TK281 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Turkish Airlines TK281 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 11 hour(s) 55 minutes, with the flight distance of 8046 km (5000 miles).

What is the current status of Turkish Airlines TK281 flight?

The current status of flight Turkish Airlines TK281 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Turkish Airlines TK281 flight?

All Turkish Airlines TK281 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.