AA6879 Flight Status American Airlines: Newcastle to London (AAL6879)

NCL Newcastle

Scheduled
13:40

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time GMT

Newcastle Airport (NCL)

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LHR London

Scheduled
15:05

Terminal: 5

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time GMT

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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This flight is cancelled.

Route map NCL to LHR Map of the great-circle route from Newcastle Airport, United Kingdom to London Heathrow Airport, United Kingdom, 404 km. The plane shows an estimated position based on departure and arrival times. Map data: Natural Earth. NCL LHR Map data: Natural Earth

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Distance: 404 km / 251 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:25 · Typical Duration: 00:55

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AA 6879 Flight Status & Schedule American Airlines Newcastle to London

Date From To Departure Arrival Status Details
Nov 09 NCL LHR 13:40 15:05 Cancelled Claim >
Nov 08 NCL LHR 16:09 16:52 Landed Late Track >
Nov 07 NCL LHR 14:01 15:14 Landed Track >
Nov 06 NCL LHR 16:55 17:53 Landed Track >
Nov 05 NCL LHR 13:49 14:42 Landed Track >
Nov 03 NCL LHR 16:04 16:57 Landed Track >
Nov 02 NCL LHR 13:50 14:49 Landed Track >
Nov 01 NCL LHR 16:16 17:01 Landed Late Track >
Oct 29 NCL LHR 13:43 14:30 Landed Track >

American Airlines' Newcastle–London flight covers 404 km (251 mi) and runs six times a week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. With 1 h 25 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 55 min, it often makes up time. Today's flight was cancelled.

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About AA 6879

Route
Newcastle Airport NCL to London Heathrow Airport LHR
Distance
404 km (251 mi)
Typical flight time
55 min
Flies
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
On time
6 of the last 9
Average delay when late
37 min

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Today's flight was cancelled, so passengers may be entitled to up to £220 each, depending on the cause and on how much notice was given. Use the claim button above to check.

AA 6879 FAQ

How long is the AA6879 flight?
The timetable allows 1 h 25 min. Newcastle to London is 404 km (251 mi).
How often is AA6879 late?
2 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late and 1 was cancelled; when late, by 37 minutes on average.
Which days does AA6879 fly?
Six times a week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does AA6879 use?
It usually arrives at Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does AA6879 have?
Also listed as AAL6879 (American Airlines' ICAO code) and AA 6879.
Can I get compensation if AA6879 is delayed or cancelled?
Up to £220 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.

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AA6879 and Newcastle NCL to London LHR Flights

Flight AA6879 is a code-share American Airlines flight of the British Airways operated BA1333.

Other flights departing from Newcastle NCL: BA1333, FR414, U25647

Other flights arriving at London LHR: AM7, BA801, BA1333, EW7462

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