What is the current status of flight mh179?

Flight mh179 is delayed by about 21 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 22:21 / 22:55 (updated Aug 29, 2026).

Is flight mh179 on time today?

Flight mh179 is delayed by about 21 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 22:21 / 22:55. Watch for gate changes.

Has flight mh179 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight mh179 is scheduled to depart at 22:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 22:21, and the current status is Delayed (updated Aug 29, 2026).

When is flight mh179 scheduled to arrive?

Flight mh179 is scheduled to arrive at 22:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 22:55. Status is Delayed as of Aug 29, 2026.

What is the gate information for flight mh179?

For flight mh179, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is H4L. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.

What route does flight mh179 fly?

Flight mh179 is operated by Malaysia Airlines from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Colombo (CMB). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.

How can I check real-time status for flight mh179?

Track flight mh179 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.

If flight mh179 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If mh179 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Aug 29, 2026). Contact Malaysia Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.

Has flight mh179 departed from Kuala Lumpur?

Flight mh179 has not left Kuala Lumpur (KUL) yet and is delayed by about 21 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 22:21.

What is the seat configuration for flight mh179?

Flight mh179 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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MH179 Flight status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the MH179 flight operated by Malaysia Airlines on Aug 29, 2026, scheduled to fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Colombo (CMB), has a change in flight status: the original departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 22:21 , with a new arrival time of 22:55 (local time in Colombo, UTC+5.5) . Trip.com will continue to provide the latest updates on this flight.

Fri, Aug 28

Sat, Aug 29

Sun, Aug 30

KUL-CMB

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Arrived

The flight has arrived 32m late

Kuala Lumpur(KUL)

22:49

Scheduled: 22:00, Aug 28

Kuala Lumpur International Airport T1

3h 25m

Colombo(CMB)

23:27

Scheduled: 22:55, Aug 28

Bandaranaike International Airport T1

Check-in Counter

H01-H18

Boarding Gate

G2L

Arrival Gate

Baggage

KUL-CMB

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Delayed

Your flight is about 21m late

Kuala Lumpur(KUL)

22:21

Scheduled: 22:00, Aug 29

Kuala Lumpur International Airport T1

3h 25m

Colombo(CMB)

22:55

Scheduled: 22:55, Aug 29

Bandaranaike International Airport T1

Check-in Counter

H01-H18

Boarding Gate

H4L

Arrival Gate

Baggage

KUL-CMB

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Scheduled

Your flight will depart on time.

Kuala Lumpur(KUL)

21:50

Scheduled: 21:50, Aug 30

Kuala Lumpur International Airport T1

3h 25m

Colombo(CMB)

22:45

Scheduled: 22:45, Aug 30

Bandaranaike International Airport T1

Check-in Counter

H01-H18

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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MH179 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the MH179 flight from Kuala Lumpur to Colombo on 8/29/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 11m. The aircraft has 174 seats.

Boeing 737 MAX 8

Punctuality (Departure)

70 %

Punctuality (Arrival)

90 %

Late on average

5 minutes

Age

11m

Seats

174

Flight Distance

Economy

Business

In-Flight Services

Meal included

Inflight entertainment is available

Wi-Fi is available

USB port

Seat Information

76 cm

More legroom than on 31% of flights

43 cm

Seat width better than on 31% of flights

100°

Reclining Angle

3-3

Seat layout example

In-Flight Services

Meal included

Inflight entertainment is available

Wi-Fi is available

USB port and power outlet

Seat Information

107 cm

More legroom than on 43% of flights

53 cm

Seat width better than on 43% of flights

120°

Reclining Angle

2-2

Seat layout example

Flight History for MH179

Trip.com historical records show that the last MH179 flight departed on Fri, Aug 28 from KUL at approximately 22:49. This flight is expected to arrrive in CMB at 23:27.

Date	Airport		Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Date	Departure	Arrival	Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Mon, Aug 24	Kuala Lumpur (KUL)	Colombo (CMB)	738	22:21	22:52	Arrived
Tue, Aug 25	Kuala Lumpur (KUL)	Colombo (CMB)	738	22:21	22:56	Arrived
Wed, Aug 26	Kuala Lumpur (KUL)	Colombo (CMB)	738	22:31	23:03	Arrived
Thu, Aug 27	Kuala Lumpur (KUL)	Colombo (CMB)	B38M	22:25	22:56	Arrived
Fri, Aug 28	Kuala Lumpur (KUL)	Colombo (CMB)	738	22:49	23:27	Arrived
Sat, Aug 29	Kuala Lumpur (KUL)	Colombo (CMB)	B38M	22:21	22:55	Delayed
Sun, Aug 30	Kuala Lumpur (KUL)	Colombo (CMB)	738	21:50	22:45	Scheduled

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MH179 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of MH179 is 70% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 5 minutes).

On-Time Departures

Punctuality

70 %

Late on average 26 minutes

Early

0 %

On time

70 %

30 mins late

30 %

60 mins late

0 %

90 mins late

0 %

Cancelled

0 %

On-Time Arrivals

Punctuality

90 %

Late on average 5 minutes

Early

40 %

On time

50 %

30 mins late

10 %

60 mins late

0 %

90 mins late

0 %

Cancelled

0 %

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Flight FAQs

What is the current status of flight mh179?

Flight mh179 is delayed by about 21 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 22:21 / 22:55 (updated Aug 29, 2026).
Is flight mh179 on time today?

Flight mh179 is delayed by about 21 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 22:21 / 22:55. Watch for gate changes.
Has flight mh179 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight mh179 is scheduled to depart at 22:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 22:21, and the current status is Delayed (updated Aug 29, 2026).
When is flight mh179 scheduled to arrive?

Flight mh179 is scheduled to arrive at 22:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 22:55. Status is Delayed as of Aug 29, 2026.
What is the gate information for flight mh179?

For flight mh179, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is H4L. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
What route does flight mh179 fly?

Flight mh179 is operated by Malaysia Airlines from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Colombo (CMB). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.
How can I check real-time status for flight mh179?

Track flight mh179 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.
If flight mh179 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If mh179 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Aug 29, 2026). Contact Malaysia Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
Has flight mh179 departed from Kuala Lumpur?

Flight mh179 has not left Kuala Lumpur (KUL) yet and is delayed by about 21 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 22:21.
What is the seat configuration for flight mh179?

Flight mh179 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.