The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is all set to resume flight operation to the United Kingdom with alternative arrangements, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Saturday.

The PIA flights to the UK will start from October 30 on new European aircraft, the TV channel reported.

In the first phase, flights from Islamabad to London, Lahore to London and Islamabad to Manchester will be operated. The flights will operate directly with new aircraft, comfortable seats, halal food and the world's best in-flight entertainment. 

The PIA said the national carrier has started booking for these flights. “Hopefully passengers will choose the PIA which is as equal as or better than any of the best airlines,” the PIA added.

Earlier, the PIA had announced a 15 percent reduction in fares for its flights from Pakistan to Canada. The 15 percent reduction in fares on flights from Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad to Toronto will provide cheaper travel facilities to passengers. Moreover, the PIA also asked passengers to experience the nature and serenity of Gilgit for just Rs8,505 (conditions apply).