How long is the AF9659 flight from London to San Francisco?

The timetable allows 10 h 55 min. London to San Francisco is 8,615 km (5,353 mi).

Which terminal does AF9659 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal I at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does AF9659 have?

Also listed as AFR9659 (Air France's ICAO code) and AF 9659.

Can I get compensation if AF9659 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.

AF9659 Flight Status Air France: London to San Francisco (AFR9659)

AF 9659 London to San Francisco Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: September 5th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

AF 9659 Flight Status & Schedule Air France London to San Francisco

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Sep 05	LHR	SFO	19:28	21:57	Landed Late	Track >
Sep 03	LHR	SFO	18:33	21:08	Landed	Track >
Sep 01	LHR	SFO	19:02	21:32	Landed	Track >
Aug 30	LHR	SFO	19:01	21:13	Landed	Track >
Aug 01	LHR	SFO	18:56	21:28	Landed	Track >
Jul 31	LHR	SFO	19:46	22:10	Landed Late	Track >
Jul 30	LHR	SFO	19:05	21:20	Landed	Track >
Jul 29	LHR	SFO	18:48	21:05	Landed	Track >
Jul 28	LHR	SFO	18:30	21:25	Cancelled	Claim >
Jul 27	LHR	SFO	20:02	22:38	Delayed	Track >

Air France flight AF 9659 links London and San Francisco, 8,615 km (5,353 mi) apart. The timetable allows 10 h 55 min, but the flight usually takes about 10 h 25 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 5 September 2026, landed 32 minutes late.

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About AF 9659

Air France Flight AF9659 connects London, United Kingdom to San Francisco, United States, taking off from London Heathrow Airport LHR and landing at San Francisco International Airport SFO.

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to San Francisco International Airport SFO
Distance: 8,615 km (5,353 mi)
Typical flight time: 10 h 25 min
On time: 6 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 41 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 3

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.

AF 9659 FAQ

How long is the AF9659 flight from London to San Francisco?: The timetable allows 10 h 55 min. London to San Francisco is 8,615 km (5,353 mi).
How often is AF9659 from London to San Francisco late?: 2 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late and 1 was cancelled; when late, by 41 minutes on average.
When was the latest AF9659 flight from London to San Francisco?: The latest AF9659 was the 18:30 (local time) departure from London on 5 September 2026; it landed 32 minutes late.
Which terminal does AF9659 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal I at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does AF9659 have?: Also listed as AFR9659 (Air France's ICAO code) and AF 9659.
Can I get compensation if AF9659 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.

AF9659 and London LHR to San Francisco SFO Flights

Flight AF9659 is a code-share Air France flight of the Virgin Atlantic Airways operated VS41.

Other flights departing from London LHR: VS41, QY6777

Other flights arriving at San Francisco SFO: VS41, UA693, OO5553

All flights connecting London LHR to San Francisco SFO.