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KE956 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KE956 flight operated by Korean Air on Oct 9, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Istanbul (IST) to Seoul (ICN). The flight is expected to depart at 21:20 (local time in Istanbul, UTC+3) and arrive at 13:25 (local time in Seoul, UTC+9) .
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Sat, Oct 10
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 28m early
10h 5m
Check-in Counter
N25-N32
Boarding Gate
D9
Arrival Gate
231
Baggage
4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 5m
Check-in Counter
N
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 5m
Check-in Counter
N
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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KE956 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KE956 flight from Istanbul to Seoul on 10/9/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 6y, 11m. The aircraft has Up to 278 seats.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
29 minutes
Age
6y, 11m
Seats
Up to 278
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
First
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 46% of flights
44 cm
Seat width better than on 38% of flights
118°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
191 cm
More legroom than on 18% of flights
53 cm
Seat width better than on 27% of flights
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
191 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KE956
Trip.com historical records show that the last KE956 flight departed on Wed, Oct 7 from IST at approximately 21:37. This flight is expected to arrrive in ICN at 12:57.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 2 | Istanbul (IST) | Seoul (ICN) | 789 | 22:08 | 13:01 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Istanbul (IST) | Seoul (ICN) | 789 | 21:45 | 12:52 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Istanbul (IST) | Seoul (ICN) | 789 | 21:36 | 12:59 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Istanbul (IST) | Seoul (ICN) | 789 | 21:50 | 13:03 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Istanbul (IST) | Seoul (ICN) | 789 | 21:37 | 12:57 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Istanbul (IST) | Seoul (ICN) | 789 | 21:20 | 13:25 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Istanbul (IST) | Seoul (ICN) | 789 | 21:20 | 13:25 | Scheduled |
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KE956 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KE956 is 57% (Late on average 30 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 29 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
30 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
37
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
29 minutes
Early
97
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight ke956?
Flight ke956 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 21:20, arrival 13:25 (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
Is flight ke956 on time today?
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Has flight ke956 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ke956 is scheduled to depart at 21:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 21:20, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
When is flight ke956 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ke956 is scheduled to arrive at 13:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:25. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 9, 2026. -
What route does flight ke956 fly?
Flight ke956 is operated by Korean Air from Istanbul (IST) to Seoul (ICN). Typical flight time is about 10 hours 5 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight ke956 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight ke956 departed from Istanbul?
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What is the seat configuration for flight ke956?
Flight ke956 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 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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