How long is the AY5979 flight from London to Glasgow?

The timetable allows 1 h 20 min. London to Glasgow is 554 km (344 mi).

Which terminal does AY5979 use?

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

What other flight numbers does AY5979 have?

Also listed as FIN5979 (Finnair's ICAO code) and AY 5979.

Can I get compensation if AY5979 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.

AY5979 Flight Status Finnair: London to Glasgow (FIN5979)

AY 5979 London to Glasgow Flight Status

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

AY 5979 Flight Status & Schedule Finnair London to Glasgow

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 24	LHR	GLA	18:55	20:15	Cancelled	Claim >
Oct 23	LHR	GLA	18:51	19:47	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	LHR	GLA	19:00	19:58	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	LHR	GLA	19:06	20:01	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 20	LHR	GLA	19:04	19:56	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 19	LHR	GLA	19:13	20:07	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 18	LHR	GLA	18:49	19:46	Landed	Track >
Oct 17	LHR	GLA	19:09	20:07	Landed	Track >
Oct 16	LHR	GLA	19:41	20:37	Delayed	Track >
Oct 15	LHR	GLA	18:58	19:53	Landed	Track >

Finnair flight AY 5979 links London and Glasgow, 554 km (344 mi) apart. The timetable allows 1 h 20 min, but the flight usually takes about 55 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 24 October 2026, was cancelled.

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About AY 5979

Finnair Flight AY5979 connects London, United Kingdom to Glasgow, United Kingdom, taking off from London Heathrow Airport LHR and landing at Glasgow International Airport GLA.

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to Glasgow International Airport GLA
Distance: 554 km (344 mi)
Typical flight time: 55 min
On time: 5 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 £220 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

AY 5979 FAQ

How long is the AY5979 flight from London to Glasgow?: The timetable allows 1 h 20 min. London to Glasgow is 554 km (344 mi).
How often is AY5979 from London to Glasgow late?: 3 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late and 1 was cancelled; when late, by 25 minutes on average.
When was the latest AY5979 flight from London to Glasgow?: The latest AY5979 was the 18:55 (local time) departure from London on 24 October 2026; it was cancelled.
Which terminal does AY5979 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal M at Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does AY5979 have?: Also listed as FIN5979 (Finnair's ICAO code) and AY 5979.
Can I get compensation if AY5979 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.

AY5979 Flight Delay Compensation up to £220

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AY5979 and London LHR to Glasgow GLA Flights

Flight AY5979 is a code-share Finnair flight of the British Airways operated BA1492.

Other flights departing from London LHR: BA1492, QR106

Other flights arriving at Glasgow GLA: FR2608, BA1492, EC7357

All flights connecting London LHR to Glasgow GLA.