Turkish Airlines TK1988 Flight Status
Based on Trip.com’s real-time data, the TK1988 flight operated by Turkish Airlines on Oct 22, 2026 is scheduled to fly from London (LHR) to Istanbul (IST). The flight is expected to depart at 06:30 (local time in London, UTC+1) and land at 11:47 (local time in Istanbul, UTC+3) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m early
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
A
Boarding Gate
B35
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
17
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
A
Boarding Gate
B38
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
A
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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TK1987
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Istanbul (IST)
London (LON)
London (LON)
Scheduled: 22:25
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21m early
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TK1988 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK1988 flight flying from London to Istanbul on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 6y. The aircraft is equipped with 182 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
17 minutes
Age
6y
Seats
182
Distance
--
Economy
Business
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seating Plan
79 cm
More legroom than on 19% of flights
46 cm
Seat width better than on 43% of flights
99°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
114 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
53 cm
Seat width better than on 30% of flights
105°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for TK1988
Trip.com historical records show that the last TK1988 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from LHR at approximately 07:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in IST at 12:19.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | London (LHR) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 06:42 | 12:01 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | London (LHR) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 06:49 | 12:01 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | London (LHR) | Istanbul (IST) | 333 | 07:03 | 12:19 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | London (LHR) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 06:30 | 11:47 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Oct 23 | London (LHR) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 06:30 | 12:20 | Scheduled |
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TK1988 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of TK1988 is 90% (Late on average 12 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 17 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
12 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
17 minutes
Early
93
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight tk1988?
Flight tk1988 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 06:30, arrival 12:20 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight tk1988 on time today?
Flight tk1988 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 06:30, with arrival at 12:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight tk1988 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight tk1988 is scheduled to depart at 06:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight tk1988 scheduled to arrive?
Flight tk1988 is scheduled to arrive at 12:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 11:47. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight tk1988?
For flight tk1988, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is B38. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight tk1988 fly?
Flight tk1988 is operated by Turkish Airlines from London (LHR) to Istanbul (IST). Typical flight time is about 3 hours50 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight tk1988?
Track flight tk1988 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 tk1988 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If tk1988 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 22, 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 tk1988 departed from London?
Flight tk1988 has not departed from London (LHR) yet and is currently on schedule for 06:30.What is the seat configuration for flight tk1988?
Flight tk1988 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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