How long is the AY5897 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 30 min. London to Edinburgh is 533 km (331 mi).

Which terminal does AY5897 use?

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

What other flight numbers does AY5897 have?

Also listed as FIN5897 (Finnair's ICAO code) and AY 5897.

Can I get compensation if AY5897 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.

AY5897 Flight Status Finnair: London to Edinburgh (FIN5897)

Finnair AY 5897

Scheduled in 2h14'

LHR London

Scheduled: 14:50
Estimated: 14:50

Terminal: 5

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

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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EDI Edinburgh

Scheduled: 16:20
Estimated
Delay

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

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Departs in 2h 14m 0%

LHR 14:50 EDI 16:20

533 km (331 mi) to fly

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

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Distance: 533 km / 331 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:30 · Typical Duration: 00:55

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AY 5897 Flight Status & Schedule Finnair London to Edinburgh

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	LHR	EDI	14:50	16:20	Scheduled	Track >
Nov 08	LHR	EDI	14:30	15:25	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	LHR	EDI	14:33	15:22	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	LHR	EDI	15:36	16:24	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	LHR	EDI	14:36	15:24	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	LHR	EDI	14:29	15:19	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	LHR	EDI	14:09	15:03	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	LHR	EDI	15:15	16:13	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	LHR	EDI	14:49	15:49	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	LHR	EDI	14:09	15:02	Landed	Track >

Finnair operates AY 5897 from London to Edinburgh, a 533 km (331 mi) trip, daily. The timetable allows 1 h 30 min, but the flight usually takes about 55 min, so it often makes up time. Today's flight is scheduled to leave at 14:50 and arrive at 16:20 local time.

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About AY 5897

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to Edinburgh Airport EDI
Distance: 533 km (331 mi)
Typical flight time: 55 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 9 of the last 9
Usually departs from: Terminal 5

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Compensation of up to £220 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

AY 5897 FAQ

How long is the AY5897 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 30 min. London to Edinburgh is 533 km (331 mi).
How often is AY5897 late?: None of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does AY5897 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does AY5897 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does AY5897 have?: Also listed as FIN5897 (Finnair's ICAO code) and AY 5897.
Can I get compensation if AY5897 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.

AY5897 and London LHR to Edinburgh EDI Flights

Flight AY5897 is a code-share Finnair flight of the British Airways operated BA1452.

Other flights departing from London LHR: BA159, BA698, OS336, WS1

Other flights arriving at Edinburgh EDI: FR6629, U2811, EI3656, FR808

All flights connecting London LHR to Edinburgh EDI.