Media reports had suggested the trip would begin as soon as Sunday and last two days
His Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told reporters: "The report of the release of the Indian pilot by the Pakistani authorities would be very much a welcome step. We would encourage both parties to do whatever they can to de-escalate the situation."
Guterres has been in contact "with both sides at various levels", Dujarric said, while declining to identify the contacts.
Dujarric added that de-escalating tensions "is the message that has been passed on by the United Nations and, I think, by the international community as a whole".
General Assembly President Maria Fernanda Espinosa joined in the international call for dialogue between India and Pakistan.
She "asks for both sides right now to seek dialogue to avoid an escalation of tensions, but also to avoid further tragic loss of life", her Spokesperson Monica Billela Grayley said.
Espinosa, who has visited the region is "following with great concern the latest reports on the situation between India and Pakistan", Grayely said
The Assembly president visited Pakistan in January and India in August.
Espinosa "stresses that the use of diplomatic means is basically the best way to settle political differences, to settle political disputes, and she hopes that the relevant parties can actually resolve the current situation through peaceful means", Grayley added.
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan told the National Assembly that the captured IAF pilot will be freed on Friday as a "peace gesture".
Media reports had suggested the trip would begin as soon as Sunday and last two days
Visitors can enjoy movies with family favourites, including ‘The Jungle Book’, ‘Jumanji’ and ‘Zootopia’ to match the wild theme every evening from 8pm
Sheikh Mohamed conveyed his congratulations to all eight honourees, recognising their inspiring efforts and significant contributions in service to society
His father thanked everyone who participated in the search mission despite the challenges posed by flooding in various parts of the emirate
It will be humid by night and Sunday morning with a probability of mist formation over some coastal and internal areas
Nearly 6,000 volunteers linked to a single support group are working tirelessly across the country to help those affected
Real estate developer MAG pledges to cover all the costs of necessary repairs for affected residents
The substantial increase in charges left many residents financially burdened, as they strive to retrieve their stranded vehicles