Turkish Airlines
TK281 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK281 flight operated by Turkish Airlines on Oct 6, 2026, flying from Shanghai (PVG) to Istanbul (IST), departed at 08:37 (local time in Shanghai, UTC+8) and is expected to arrive at 14:35 (local time in Istanbul, UTC+3) at Istanbul Airport (IST).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2m early
8047km
11h 55m
Check-in Counter
D27-D36
Boarding Gate
D65
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
24
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En route
Your flight has departed Shanghai and is expected to arrive in Istanbul at 14:35.
8047km
11h 55m
Check-in Counter
D27-D36
Boarding Gate
D59
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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TK281
TK281 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK281 flight from Shanghai to Istanbul on 10/6/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft has been in service for 16y. The aircraft has 349 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 8,047km.
Boeing 777-300ER
Punctuality (Departure)
20
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
5 minutes
Age
16y
Seats
349
Flight Distance
8,047km
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 29% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
99°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
198 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-3-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for TK281
Trip.com historical records show that the last TK281 flight departed on Mon, Oct 5 from PVG at approximately 08:49. This flight is expected to arrrive in IST at 14:48.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | Shanghai (PVG) | Istanbul (IST) | 77W | 09:53 | 16:04 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Shanghai (PVG) | Istanbul (IST) | 77W | 08:09 | 14:55 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Shanghai (PVG) | Istanbul (IST) | 789 | 08:34 | 15:00 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Shanghai (PVG) | Istanbul (IST) | 789 | 08:36 | 14:54 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Shanghai (PVG) | Istanbul (IST) | 789 | 08:42 | 15:39 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Shanghai (PVG) | Istanbul (IST) | 789 | 08:49 | 14:48 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Shanghai (PVG) | Istanbul (IST) | 77W | 08:37 | 14:35 | En route |
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TK281 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of TK281 is 20% (Late on average 46 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
20
%
Late on average
46 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
60
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
5 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight tk281?
Flight tk281 has departed (status: En route). Departure 08:37, estimated arrival 14:35 (updated Oct 6, 2026). -
Is flight tk281 on time today?
Flight tk281 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 08:37 and is estimated to arrive at 14:35. -
Has flight tk281 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight tk281 is scheduled to depart at 07:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:37, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 6, 2026). -
When is flight tk281 scheduled to arrive?
Flight tk281 is scheduled to arrive at 14:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:35. Status is En route as of Oct 6, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight tk281?
For flight tk281, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is D59. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight tk281 fly?
Flight tk281 is operated by Turkish Airlines from Shanghai (PVG) to Istanbul (IST). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 55 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday. -
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If flight tk281 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight tk281 departed from Shanghai?
Flight tk281 has departed from Shanghai (PVG) at 08:37 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight tk281?
Flight tk281 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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