Turkish Airlines TK1981 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK1981 flight operated by Turkish Airlines on Oct 23, 2026, flying from Istanbul (IST) to London (LGW), departed at 08:18 (local time in Istanbul, UTC+3) and is expected to arrive at 09:47 (local time in London, UTC+1) at London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 7m early
4h
Check-in Counter
G22-G41
Boarding Gate
B1A
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
4
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En route
Your flight has departed Istanbul and is expected to arrive in London at 09:47.
4h
Check-in Counter
G22-G41
Boarding Gate
A3A
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h
Check-in Counter
G22-G41
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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TK1981
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TK1981 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK1981 flight from Istanbul to London on 10/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 2m. The aircraft has Up to 194 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Age
2m
Seats
Up to 194
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 14% of flights
46 cm
Seat width
99°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
114 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
105°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for TK1981
Trip.com historical records show that the last TK1981 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from IST at approximately 08:21. This flight is expected to arrrive in LGW at 09:48.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Istanbul (IST) | London (LGW) | A21N | 08:29 | 09:51 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Istanbul (IST) | London (LGW) | A21N | 08:42 | 10:24 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Istanbul (IST) | London (LGW) | A21N | 08:16 | 09:48 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Istanbul (IST) | London (LGW) | A21N | 08:13 | 09:33 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Istanbul (IST) | London (LGW) | A21N | 08:21 | 09:48 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Istanbul (IST) | London (LGW) | A21N | 08:18 | 09:47 | En route |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Istanbul (IST) | London (LGW) | A21N | 07:55 | 09:55 | Scheduled |
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TK1981 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of TK1981 is 73% (Late on average 25 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
25 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight tk1981?
Flight tk1981 has departed (status: En route). Departure 08:18, estimated arrival 09:47 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight tk1981 on time today?
Flight tk1981 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 08:18 and is estimated to arrive at 09:47.Has flight tk1981 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight tk1981 is scheduled to depart at 07:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:18, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight tk1981 scheduled to arrive?
Flight tk1981 is scheduled to arrive at 09:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:47. Status is En route as of Oct 23, 2026.What route does flight tk1981 fly?
Flight tk1981 is operated by Turkish Airlines from Istanbul (IST) to London (LGW). Typical flight time is about 4 hours; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight tk1981?
Track flight tk1981 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 tk1981 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If tk1981 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 23, 2026). Contact Turkish Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight tk1981 departed from Istanbul?
Flight tk1981 has departed from Istanbul (IST) at 08:18 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight tk1981?
Flight tk1981 usually flies a Airbus A321neo 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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