PIA announces major discount on Riyadh, Dammam flights
- 05-May-2026
KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a major reduction in airfares for passengers travelling from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia. According to a spokesperson for the airline, passengers travelling from Pakistan to Dammam and Riyadh will receive a 40 per cent discount on tickets. The discounted fares will come into effect immediately. PIA officials stated […]
PIA set to be fully privatised
- 30-Apr-2026
Pakistan has taken a major step towards fully privatising its national carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), after a private consortium signalled its intention to acquire the government’s remaining stake. In a statement, the Ministry of Privatisation of Pakistan said a group led by Arif Habib Corporation Limited has formally notified authorities of its plan to […]
PIA resumes Hajj flights from Faisalabad after four-year hiatus
- 19-Apr-2026
Hajj 2026 operations by the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have resumed from Faisalabad International Airport after a gap of four years. The first flight departed carrying 150 pilgrims to Medina. The pilgrims were seen off by Commissioner Musarrat Jabeen and MPA Ahmed Shahryar. According to officials, a total of 3,680 pilgrims will travel to Saudi […]
PIA to ‘relocate’ finance, supply chain departments to Islamabad
- 16-Apr-2026
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) administration has decided to shift its Finance and Supply Chain departments to Islamabad as part of an administrative move, ARY News reported on Thursday, citing sources. In the initial phase, around 20 officers from the Finance Department, including the General Manager, have been transferred. Additionally, six officers from the Supply Chain […]
SC Orders PIA to Pay 24 Years of Pension Arrears to Former Employee
- 15-Apr-2026
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan (SC) on Wednesday ordered Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to pay a former employee his pension arrears spanning 24 years, ARY News reported. A three-member bench of the top court, headed by Justice Shahid Waheed, heard the petition filed by ex-PIA employee Mustafa Ansari. During the proceedings, the petitioner’s counsel […]
PIA’s grounded Boeing 777 aircraft completes test flight
- 06-Apr-2026
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has successfully completed a test flight of its previously grounded Boeing 777 aircraft, which has been out of service since May 2025. According to details, the Boeing 777 aircraft of PIA, registered under AP-BGZ, had been grounded due to the unavailability of essential spare parts. With the reintegration of the Boeing […]
PIA resumes London flights after six years
- 29-Mar-2026
ISLAMABAD: After a six-year suspension, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has officially resumed its flight operations to London, marking a significant development for international travel, ARY News reported. PIA— Latest News According to reports, the first flight, PK-785, departed from Islamabad carrying 325 passengers to London. The departure was attended by key officials, including the Secretary […]
PIA to resume direct flights to London from March 29 after six-year gap
- 25-Mar-2026
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is set to resume direct flights to London starting March 29, 2026, after a six-year pause. According to a PIA statement, the national flag carrier will operate four weekly non-stop flights from Islamabad and Lahore to London, offering faster, smoother, and more comfortable connections for passengers. A PIA spokesperson said […]
PIA issues important update about UAE flights
- 18-Mar-2026
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has issued a travel advisory announcing the temporary suspension of flights to Fujairah, United Arab Emirates (UAE) for 48 hours due to the prevailing security situation in Gulf countries. According to the airline’s spokesperson, flights to United Arab Emirates will, for the time being, continue only to Al Ain, while all […]
PIA flight escapes missile attack during landing at Fujairah Airport
- 17-Mar-2026
FUJAIRAH: A Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight narrowly avoided danger when a missile attack occurred near the naval headquarters adjacent to Fujairah Airport during landing. Flight PK-175 landed safely at 6:00 a.m. with 123 passengers and 8 crew members on board. Smoke from the missile attack briefly enveloped the area, causing panic among passengers and […]