*ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has decided to startdirect flights between Sialkot and London from September this year, ARYNews reported.*

As per details, the route will be operational from 10 September, and in thefirst phase, the airline will run one flight per week.

The route will provide direct point to point service to Sialkot city andshortest approach to Mirpur, Azad Kashmir, Kharian, Gujrat, Jhelum andadjoining areas.

Earlier in January 2019, The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) onSunday launched Sialkot-Paris flights.

The first flight (PK-720) arrived at the Sialkot airport from Paris. Uponarrival, the flight was welcomed with a water cannon salute. Minister forAviation Muhammad Mian Soomro was also present at the airport to welcomethe passengers.