How long is the BA1290 flight?

The timetable allows 7 h 20 min. Washington to London is 5,901 km (3,667 mi).

Which terminal does BA1290 use?

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

What other flight numbers does BA1290 have?

Also listed as BAW1290 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1290.

Can I get compensation if BA1290 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 a UK carrier, this flight is covered by UK261.

BA1290 Flight Status British Airways: Washington to London (BAW1290)

BA 1290 Washington to London Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: September 30th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

BA 1290 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways Washington to London

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Sep 30	IAD	LHR	21:50	09:36	Landed	Track >
Sep 29	IAD	LHR	23:00	10:48	Delayed	Track >
Sep 26	IAD	LHR	22:03	09:40	Landed	Track >
Sep 23	IAD	LHR	21:50	09:31	Landed	Track >
Sep 22	IAD	LHR	23:00	09:50	Unknown	Track >
Sep 19	IAD	LHR	21:48	09:50	En-Route	Track >
Sep 16	IAD	LHR	22:26	09:50	Unknown	Track >
Sep 15	IAD	LHR	22:29	09:50	En-Route	Track >
Sep 12	IAD	LHR	23:02	09:50	En-Route	Track >
Sep 09	IAD	LHR	23:40	09:50	Unknown	Track >

British Airways operates BA 1290 from Washington to London, a 5,901 km (3,667 mi) trip. The timetable allows 7 h 20 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 30 September 2026, landed on time.

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About BA 1290

Route: Washington Dulles International Airport IAD to London Heathrow Airport LHR
Distance: 5,901 km (3,667 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 7 h 20 min

Arriving in the UK on a UK 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.

BA 1290 FAQ

How long is the BA1290 flight?: The timetable allows 7 h 20 min. Washington to London is 5,901 km (3,667 mi).
Which terminal does BA1290 use?: It usually arrives at Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA1290 have?: Also listed as BAW1290 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1290.
Can I get compensation if BA1290 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 a UK carrier, this flight is covered by UK261.

BA1290 and Washington IAD to London LHR Flights

Flight BA1290 is code-shared by 2 airlines using the flight numbers AA7196, AY5490

Other flights departing from Washington IAD: JL546, YX3463, K977

Other flights arriving at London LHR: QR103, AI163, BA1228, BA811

All flights connecting Washington IAD to London LHR.