PIA flights to Paris returns after four years!

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is finally resuming its flights to Paris, ending a four-year pause that had been caused by a suspension of flights to Europe. This comes after the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) lifted its ban on Pakistani airlines, marking a new chapter for PIA and the country’s aviation sector.

On January 10, 2025, PIA’s first flight to Paris, PK749, took off from Islamabad International Airport at 11:30 AM. Over 300 passengers were on board, with all seats sold for this inaugural flight. The airline has already received 80% of bookings for its next flight, which is scheduled for Sunday. These flights will now operate twice a week, on Fridays and Sundays.

This is a huge step forward for Pakistan’s national carrier. Before the suspension in 2020, PIA used to fly to several European cities like Barcelona, Birmingham, Bradford, and London. Now, with the suspension lifted, PIA plans to reintroduce services to other major cities, including Copenhagen, Oslo, and Amsterdam.

As part of its efforts to expand its global network, PIA is also looking to resume flights to New York, although it still needs approval from the United States. To support these international flights, PIA has assigned six Boeing 777 aircraft to its European, UK, and US routes.

This development is a significant milestone for the country’s aviation sector and a positive sign for PIA’s future. With the lifting of the EASA ban, PIA can now rebuild its European network and improve connectivity between Pakistan and the world.

For passengers traveling to Paris, the return of PIA flights provides an exciting opportunity to reconnect with one of Europe’s most iconic cities. The flight’s success and high demand are clear indicators that there is a strong market for international travel between Pakistan and Europe.

With improved safety measures in place and PIA’s expanded network, it seems that the airline is on its way to regaining its place on the global stage, making international travel more accessible for Pakistanis once again.