Turkish Airlines
TK1978 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK1978 flight operated by Turkish Airlines on Oct 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Dublin (DUB) to Istanbul (IST). The flight is expected to depart at 17:10 (local time in Dublin, UTC+1) and arrive at 23:35 (local time in Istanbul, UTC+3) .
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En route
Your flight has departed Dublin and is expected to arrive in Istanbul at 23:17.
4h 25m
Check-in Counter
7
Boarding Gate
305
Arrival Gate
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 25m
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7
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 20m
Check-in Counter
7
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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TK1978
TK1978 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK1978 flight from Dublin to Istanbul on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 3y, 11m. The aircraft has Up to 194 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
60
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Age
3y, 11m
Seats
Up to 194
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
99°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
114 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
105°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for TK1978
Trip.com historical records show that the last TK1978 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from DUB at approximately 17:34. This flight is expected to arrrive in IST at 23:17.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | Dublin (DUB) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:24 | 23:10 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Dublin (DUB) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:36 | 23:40 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Dublin (DUB) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:28 | 23:27 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Dublin (DUB) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:33 | 23:33 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Dublin (DUB) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:34 | 23:17 | En route |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Dublin (DUB) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:10 | 23:35 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Dublin (DUB) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:15 | 23:35 | Scheduled |
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TK1978 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of TK1978 is 60% (Late on average 32 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
32 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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Flight tk1978 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 17:10, with arrival at 23:35. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight tk1978 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight tk1978 is scheduled to depart at 17:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:10, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight tk1978 scheduled to arrive?
Flight tk1978 is scheduled to arrive at 23:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 23:35. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What route does flight tk1978 fly?
Flight tk1978 is operated by Turkish Airlines from Dublin (DUB) to Istanbul (IST). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight tk1978 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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What is the seat configuration for flight tk1978?
Flight tk1978 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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