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PK
PIA
Pakistan International Airlines
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Also known as: PIA Pakistan International
Pakistan · Callsign: PAKISTAN
240
Routes
52
Destinations
23
Countries
240
Flights
Longest Routes
| From | To | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| YYZ 🇨🇦 | KHI 🇵🇰 | 11.670 km | 854 min |
| KHI 🇵🇰 | YYZ 🇨🇦 | 11.670 km | 854 min |
| JFK 🇺🇸 | LHE 🇵🇰 | 11.350 km | 831 min |
| LHE 🇵🇰 | YYZ 🇨🇦 | 11.247 km | 824 min |
| YYZ 🇨🇦 | LHE 🇵🇰 | 11.247 km | 824 min |
| ISB 🇵🇰 | YYZ 🇨🇦 | 10.985 km | 805 min |
| YYZ 🇨🇦 | ISB 🇵🇰 | 10.985 km | 805 min |
| MAN 🇬🇧 | LHE 🇵🇰 | 6.399 km | 482 min |
| LHE 🇵🇰 | MAN 🇬🇧 | 6.399 km | 482 min |
| LHE 🇵🇰 | BCN 🇪🇸 | 6.377 km | 480 min |
| BCN 🇪🇸 | LHE 🇵🇰 | 6.377 km | 480 min |
| KHI 🇵🇰 | LHR 🇬🇧 | 6.339 km | 477 min |
| LHR 🇬🇧 | KHI 🇵🇰 | 6.339 km | 477 min |
| LHR 🇬🇧 | LHE 🇵🇰 | 6.315 km | 476 min |
| LHE 🇵🇰 | LHR 🇬🇧 | 6.315 km | 476 min |
| CDG 🇫🇷 | LHE 🇵🇰 | 6.153 km | 464 min |
| BCN 🇪🇸 | ISB 🇵🇰 | 6.134 km | 463 min |
| ISB 🇵🇰 | BCN 🇪🇸 | 6.134 km | 463 min |
| ISB 🇵🇰 | MAN 🇬🇧 | 6.134 km | 463 min |
| MAN 🇬🇧 | ISB 🇵🇰 | 6.134 km | 463 min |
Top Destinations
- Pakistan 155
- Saudi Arabia 19
- United Arab Emirates 16
- United Kingdom 7
- Oman 7
- Kuwait 3
- Malaysia 3
- Canada 3
- India 3
- Italy 3
- China 2
- Spain 2
- Denmark 2
- Bahrain 2
- Afghanistan 2
Aircraft Types
- Airbus A310 93 routes
- ATR 72 routes
- Boeing 777 56 routes
- Boeing 737 50 routes
- Boeing 737-800W 39 routes
- Airbus A320 20 routes
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pakistan International Airlines belong to an airline alliance?
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is not a member of any airline alliance. The Pakistani flag carrier operates independently with codeshare agreements with Turkish Airlines and other carriers. PIA is government-owned and has been undergoing privatization discussions.
Where are Pakistan International Airlines main hub airports?
PIA's primary hub is Jinnah International Airport (KHI) in Karachi. The airline also operates significant service from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) in Lahore and Islamabad International Airport (ISB). PIA serves domestic Pakistani routes and international destinations in the Middle East, Europe, and East Asia.
What cabin classes does PIA offer?
PIA offers Business Class and Economy Class on its fleet of Boeing 777 and Airbus A320 aircraft. Business Class on the 777 provides lie-flat seats on select long-haul routes. The airline is known for its Pakistani cuisine and hospitality onboard.
What is PIA checked baggage allowance?
PIA Economy passengers receive two free checked bags of 23 kg each on many international routes, which is generous compared to other carriers. Business Class includes two bags at 32 kg each. Domestic flights include one checked bag of 20-30 kg.
What is notable about PIA's history?
Pakistan International Airlines was founded in 1946 and was once considered among Asia's leading airlines. PIA was the first Asian airline to operate jet aircraft and the first non-communist airline to fly to China. The airline trained pilots and staff for several other airlines including Emirates in its early days.