PIA Pakistan’s national airline have introduced a brand new service in an attempt to revive the airlines reputation which was once known to be the best airline in the region.
PIA launched their first premier flight on 14AUG2016 from Islamabad to London Heathrow, the new aircraft a330-333 – have been wet leased from sri lankan airlines.
Features of the new premier service include:
- State of the art a330 aircraft with 28 business class configuration and 269 economy class seats.
- Now featuring flat bed seats in business cabins.
- Extra comfort seats in economy class with increased leg room
- New in flight entertainment (IFE) large screen displays in both business and economy class with a variety of channels to keep both adult and children passengers entertained.
- New look uniform and dedicated cabin crew for premier flights.
- Improved menu with choice of Pakistani and English meals.
- Complimentary limousine service for business class passengers arriving to and from London Heathrow airport only – currently applicable at upto 25km however this may be increased depending on feedback from customers.
PIA Premier service will initially operate from London Heathrow to Islamabad and Lahore only, please see schedule below.
From Islamabad to Heathrow – Every Monday, Wednesday and Sunday
From Lahore to Heathrow – Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
From Heathrow To Islamabad – Every Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday
From Heathrow To Lahore- Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Statement from PIA about the new service:
PIA Premier is a step forward in setting new heights for service standards with traditional Pakistani hospitality, making passenger travel a very pleasant and memorable experience. This value added service will definiately help in differentiating Pakistan International Airlines brand edge from other premium services within the travel industry. Initially PIA Premier service is being launched for Pakistan to London Sector.
We are currently awaiting for images showing the new brand, we hope to add them here shortly. You can share your own images of the premier service if you have recently had an opportunity to travel in PIA Premier.
In the meantime you can book PIA flights online – our fares are the lowest available for this market.