How long is the AA6989 flight?

The timetable allows 11 h 20 min. London to San Diego is 8,806 km (5,472 mi).

Which terminal does AA6989 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 2 at San Diego International Airport (SAN). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does AA6989 have?

Also listed as AAL6989 (American Airlines' ICAO code) and AA 6989.

Can I get compensation if AA6989 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to £520 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.

AA6989 Flight Status American Airlines: London to San Diego (AAL6989)

AA 6989 London to San Diego Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: October 24th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

AA 6989 Flight Status & Schedule American Airlines London to San Diego

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 24	LHR	SAN	12:23	15:22	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 23	LHR	SAN	12:13	15:09	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	LHR	SAN	12:06	14:59	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	LHR	SAN	12:36	15:18	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 20	LHR	SAN	12:11	14:56	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	LHR	SAN	11:57	14:44	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	LHR	SAN	12:01	14:55	Landed	Track >
Oct 17	LHR	SAN	14:44	17:06	Delayed	Track >
Oct 16	LHR	SAN	12:03	14:50	Landed	Track >
Oct 15	LHR	SAN	12:18	14:52	Landed	Track >

American Airlines flight AA 6989 links London and San Diego, 8,806 km (5,472 mi) apart. The timetable allows 11 h 20 min, but the flight usually takes about 10 h 45 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 24 October 2026, landed 27 minutes late.

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About AA 6989

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to San Diego International Airport SAN
Distance: 8,806 km (5,472 mi)
Typical flight time: 10 h 45 min
On time: 7 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 25 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 5

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Compensation of up to £520 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

AA 6989 FAQ

How long is the AA6989 flight?: The timetable allows 11 h 20 min. London to San Diego is 8,806 km (5,472 mi).
How often is AA6989 late?: 2 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 25 minutes on average.
Which terminal does AA6989 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 2 at San Diego International Airport (SAN). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does AA6989 have?: Also listed as AAL6989 (American Airlines' ICAO code) and AA 6989.
Can I get compensation if AA6989 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to £520 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.

AA6989 and London LHR to San Diego SAN Flights

Flight AA6989 is a code-share American Airlines flight of the British Airways operated BA265.

Other flights departing from London LHR: BA634, BA265, VS105

Other flights arriving at San Diego SAN: BA265, WN773

All flights connecting London LHR to San Diego SAN.