How long is the AY5538 flight from Orlando to London?

The timetable allows 8 h 30 min. Orlando to London is 6,991 km (4,344 mi).

Which terminal does AY5538 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal C, gate 242 at Orlando International Airport (MCO) and arrives at Terminal S at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does AY5538 have?

Also listed as FIN5538 (Finnair's ICAO code) and AY 5538.

Can I get compensation if AY5538 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. Arriving in the UK on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by UK261.

AY5538 Flight Status Finnair: Orlando to London (FIN5538)

AY 5538 Orlando to London Flight Status

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

AY 5538 Flight Status & Schedule Finnair Orlando to London

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 24	MCO	LGW	21:54	09:11	Landed	Track >
Oct 23	MCO	LGW	21:36	09:50	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	MCO	LGW	21:51	10:27	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	MCO	LGW	21:40	10:12	Landed	Track >
Oct 20	MCO	LGW	21:28	09:57	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	MCO	LGW	20:58	09:45	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	MCO	LGW	22:16	11:04	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 17	MCO	LGW	21:30	09:41	Landed	Track >
Oct 16	MCO	LGW	21:26	10:02	Landed	Track >
Oct 15	MCO	LGW	21:43	10:46	Landed	Track >

Finnair flight AY 5538 links Orlando and London, 6,991 km (4,344 mi) apart. Its timetable allows 8 h 30 min; in practice it usually takes about 7 h 35 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 24 October 2026, landed on time.

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About AY 5538

Finnair Flight AY5538 connects Orlando, United States to London, United Kingdom, taking off from Orlando International Airport MCO and landing at London Gatwick Airport LGW.

Route: Orlando International Airport MCO to London Gatwick Airport LGW
Distance: 6,991 km (4,344 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 35 min
On time: 9 of the last 10
Average delay when late: 24 min
Usually departs from: Terminal C, gate 242

Arriving in the UK on an EU carrier, 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.

AY 5538 FAQ

How long is the AY5538 flight from Orlando to London?: The timetable allows 8 h 30 min. Orlando to London is 6,991 km (4,344 mi).
How often is AY5538 from Orlando to London late?: 1 of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 24 minutes on average.
When was the latest AY5538 flight from Orlando to London?: The latest AY5538 was the 21:10 (local time) departure from Orlando on 24 October 2026; it landed 29 minutes early.
Which terminal does AY5538 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal C, gate 242 at Orlando International Airport (MCO) and arrives at Terminal S at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does AY5538 have?: Also listed as FIN5538 (Finnair's ICAO code) and AY 5538.
Can I get compensation if AY5538 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. Arriving in the UK on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by UK261.

AY5538 and Orlando MCO to London LGW Flights

Flight AY5538 is a code-share Finnair flight of the British Airways operated BA2038.

Other flights departing from Orlando MCO: DL8894, BA2038, WN2688

Other flights arriving at London LGW: Z0796, BA2038, 2L4123

All flights connecting Orlando MCO to London LGW.