How long is the BA1538 flight from London to Philadelphia?

The timetable allows 8 hours. London to Philadelphia is 5,689 km (3,535 mi).

Which terminal does BA1538 use?

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

What other flight numbers does BA1538 have?

Also listed as BAW1538 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1538.

Can I get compensation if BA1538 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.

BA1538 Flight Status British Airways: London to Philadelphia (BAW1538)

BA 1538 London to Philadelphia Flight Status

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

BA 1538 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways London to Philadelphia

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 24	LHR	PHL	13:43	16:18	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 23	LHR	PHL	13:43	16:08	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	LHR	PHL	13:48	16:06	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	LHR	PHL	13:36	15:53	Landed	Track >
Oct 20	LHR	PHL	13:23	15:41	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	LHR	PHL	13:25	15:48	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	LHR	PHL	13:19	15:48	Landed	Track >
Oct 17	LHR	PHL	13:00	16:00	Cancelled	Claim >
Oct 16	LHR	PHL	13:00	16:00	Cancelled	Track >
Oct 15	LHR	PHL	13:07	15:22	Landed	Track >

British Airways' London–Philadelphia flight covers 5,689 km (3,535 mi). With 8 hours in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 7 h 20 min, it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 24 October 2026, landed 18 minutes late.

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About BA 1538

British Airways Flight BA1538 connects London, United Kingdom to Philadelphia, United States, taking off from London Heathrow Airport LHR and landing at Philadelphia International Airport PHL.

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to Philadelphia International Airport PHL
Distance: 5,689 km (3,535 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 20 min
On time: 7 of the last 10
Average delay when late: 18 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.

BA 1538 FAQ

How long is the BA1538 flight from London to Philadelphia?: The timetable allows 8 hours. London to Philadelphia is 5,689 km (3,535 mi).
How often is BA1538 from London to Philadelphia late?: 1 of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late and 2 were cancelled; when late, by 18 minutes on average.
When was the latest BA1538 flight from London to Philadelphia?: The latest BA1538 was the 13:00 (local time) departure from London on 24 October 2026; it landed 18 minutes late.
Which terminal does BA1538 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal A at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA1538 have?: Also listed as BAW1538 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1538.
Can I get compensation if BA1538 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.

BA1538 and London LHR to Philadelphia PHL Flights

Flight BA1538 is a code-share British Airways flight of the American Airlines operated AA737.

Other flights departing from London LHR: AA737, BA9173

Other flights arriving at Philadelphia PHL: AA737, OH5334

All flights connecting London LHR to Philadelphia PHL.