How long is the AA8998 flight?

The timetable allows 2 h 30 min. Frankfurt to Helsinki is 1,540 km (957 mi).

Which terminal does AA8998 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does AA8998 have?

Also listed as AAL8998 (American Airlines' ICAO code) and AA 8998.

Can I get compensation if AA8998 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €400 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

AA8998 Flight Status American Airlines: Frankfurt to Helsinki (AAL8998)

American Airlines AA 8998

Landed On Time

FRA Frankfurt

Scheduled: 11:30
Actual: 11:43

Terminal: 3 | Gate: H6

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

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

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HEL Helsinki

Scheduled: 15:00
Actual: 14:52
Delay

Gate: 22

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

Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)

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Landed 1h 12m ago 100%

FRA 11:43 HEL 14:52

1,540 km (957 mi) flown

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 1540 km / 957 miles · Scheduled Duration: 02:30 · Actual Duration: 02:09

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AA 8998 Flight Status & Schedule American Airlines Frankfurt to Helsinki

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	FRA	HEL	11:43	14:52	Landed	Track >
Nov 08	FRA	HEL	11:50	15:15	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 07	FRA	HEL	11:42	14:47	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	FRA	HEL	11:42	15:05	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	FRA	HEL	11:43	14:58	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	FRA	HEL	11:37	15:00	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	FRA	HEL	11:43	15:06	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	FRA	HEL	11:43	14:45	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	FRA	HEL	11:37	14:51	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	FRA	HEL	11:41	15:04	En-Route	Track >

American Airlines' Frankfurt–Helsinki flight covers 1,540 km (957 mi) and runs daily. The timetable allows 2 h 30 min, but the flight usually takes about 2 h 15 min, so it often makes up time. Today it left on time and landed at 14:52, 8 minutes early.

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About AA 8998

Route: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Helsinki Vantaa Airport HEL
Distance: 1,540 km (957 mi)
Typical flight time: 2 h 15 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 8 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 15 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 3

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Today's flight landed 8 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

AA 8998 FAQ

How long is the AA8998 flight?: The timetable allows 2 h 30 min. Frankfurt to Helsinki is 1,540 km (957 mi).
How often is AA8998 late?: 1 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 15 minutes on average.
Which days does AA8998 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does AA8998 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does AA8998 have?: Also listed as AAL8998 (American Airlines' ICAO code) and AA 8998.
Can I get compensation if AA8998 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €400 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

AA8998 and Frankfurt FRA to Helsinki HEL Flights

Flight AA8998 is a code-share American Airlines flight of the Finnair operated AY1412.

Other flights departing from Frankfurt FRA: AZ403, SN2610, AY1412, UA988

Other flights arriving at Helsinki HEL: AY1752, AY1412, AY1074, AY286

All flights connecting Frankfurt FRA to Helsinki HEL.