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IATA code |
PK |
ICAO code |
PIA |
Pakistan headquarters |
Karachi - Pakistan |
Main operational airport |
Jinnah International Airport (KHI) |
Number of destinations covered by PIA Airline |
49 |
Most popular destination |
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Most popular routes |
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Year of establishment |
1946 |
Parent company |
Aviation Division, GoP |
Popular fleet |
BOEING 777, Airbus A320, ATR42-500, ATR72-5 |
Airline official website |
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Pakistan International Airlines Contact number |
+(92-21)-111-786-786 |
Originally known as 'Orient Airways', Pakistan airlines acquired its new name in 1955. Pakistan International Airlines, shortened to PIA, is the national carrier of Pakistan. With its main aim to cater to Pakistanis, PIA has proved to be the country's backbone in the aviation industry as it continued operations even during war and disruption. PIA flights cover 4 continents, intending to offer excellent services, innovative products, and on-time performance.
PIA's frequent flyer program, Awards+, rewards members with plenty of deals and discounts, including free tickets, excess baggage, and seat upgrade.
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Year |
Event |
1947 |
4 Douglas DC-3s were purchased. |
1955 |
The Government of Pakistan formed a state-owned airline and invited Orient Airways to merge. The same year also marked the airline's first scheduled international service to London via Cairo and Rome. |
1956 |
Orders for 2 Super Constellations and 5 Viscounts were placed and delivered in 1959. |
March 1960 |
Pakistan International Airlines launched its first Boeing 707 jet service. |
1961 |
Pakistan International Airlines placed orders for Fokker F-27s, Boeing 720Bs, and Sikorsky helicopters. Moreover, PIA’s helicopter services transported over 70,000 passengers during the first year of operation. |
1962 |
With representatives of FAI (Federation Aeronautique International), PIA made history for the fastest flight between London and Karachi. Until today, this record (6 hours, 43 minutes, 51 seconds) remains unbroken. |
1964 |
With a Boeing 720B, PIA became the first airline ever from a non-communist country to fly into the People’s Republic of China. |
1964-1965 |
Pakistan International Airlines expanded its fleet with a Boeing 720B and 2 Fokker F-27s. |
2008-2009 |
PIA became the first airline to get an initial certification in Safety Management System (SMS) by Civil Aviation Authority CAA – Pakistan. |
PIA operates a fleet of modern aircraft characterized by comfort and style. PIA’s advanced aircraft range from the popular Boeing 777 to the quiet Airbus A-320.
Aircraft Type |
Model/ Version |
B 777-300ER |
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B 777-200ER |
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B 777-240LR |
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A 320 |
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ATR 72-212A |
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ATR 42-500 |
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PIA Cargo is a well-established and reliable name in the field of commercial cargo. It began service in 1974, offering cargo services to USA, Hong Kong, and Europe on B-707 aircraft.
Besides cargo services, PIA Cargo arranges on-demand domestic and international charter flights to transport lift meat, livestock, and relief goods. The commodities PIA transports include:
For more information, visit PIA Cargo official website.
Since a codeshare agreement is one way to expand services to more destinations, Pakistan International Airlines has partnered with the below airlines:
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Hand and Checked Baggage Size Allowed
Class of Travel |
Domestic |
International |
Economy |
07 KG MAX (38L, 22W & 55H) 115 cms |
07 KG MAX (38L, 22W & 55H) 115 cms |
Executive / Business |
12 KG MAX 01pc 07 KG (38L, 22W & 55H)115 cms & One small Brief Case 05 KG |
12 KG MAX 01pc 07 KG (38L, 22W & 55H)115 cms & One small Brief Case 05 KG |
Web check-in is currently only available for domestic flights between Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. It opens between 24 hours and 6 hours before the scheduled departure. Furthermore, passengers should have a printed copy of their boarding pass and head to the check-in counter for baggage drop.
Yes, Pakistan International Airlines allows web check-in.
Yes, Pakistan International Airlines offers online seat selection at a nominal fee or free. It depends on your flight booking.
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Pakistan International Airlines provide priority boarding to business and first-class passengers, passengers with frequent flyer status or loyalty program members, and passengers with disabilities or special needs.