Turkish Airlines
TK1998 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK1998 flight operated by Turkish Airlines on Oct 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from London (LGW) to Istanbul (IST). The flight is expected to depart at 17:35 (local time in London, UTC+1) and arrive at 23:30 (local time in Istanbul, UTC+3) .
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En route
Your flight has departed London and is expected to arrive in Istanbul at 23:20.
3h 55m
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 55m
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Scheduled
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3h 55m
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TK1998
TK1998 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the TK1998 flight from London to Istanbul on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 5y, 5m. The aircraft has Up to 194 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
60
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Age
5y, 5m
Seats
Up to 194
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 14% of flights
46 cm
Seat width
99°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
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 TK1998
Trip.com historical records show that the last TK1998 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from LGW at approximately 18:04. This flight is expected to arrrive in IST at 23:20.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | London (LGW) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 18:10 | 23:25 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | London (LGW) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 18:05 | 23:41 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | London (LGW) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:52 | 23:15 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | London (LGW) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:39 | 23:04 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | London (LGW) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 18:04 | 23:20 | En route |
| Fri, Oct 2 | London (LGW) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:35 | 23:30 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 3 | London (LGW) | Istanbul (IST) | A21N | 17:40 | 23:35 | Scheduled |
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TK1998 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of TK1998 is 60% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight tk1998 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 17:35, arrival 23:30 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
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Flight tk1998 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 17:35, with arrival at 23:30. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight tk1998 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight tk1998 is scheduled to depart at 17:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:35, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight tk1998 scheduled to arrive?
Flight tk1998 is scheduled to arrive at 23:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 23:30. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What route does flight tk1998 fly?
Flight tk1998 is operated by Turkish Airlines from London (LGW) to Istanbul (IST). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 55 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight tk1998 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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What is the seat configuration for flight tk1998?
Flight tk1998 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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