How long is the BA1596 flight?

The timetable allows 9 h 10 min. London to Charlotte is 6,409 km (3,982 mi).

Which terminal does BA1596 use?

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

What other flight numbers does BA1596 have?

Also listed as BAW1596 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1596.

Can I get compensation if BA1596 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.

BA1596 Flight Status British Airways: London to Charlotte (BAW1596)

British Airways BA 1596

En-Route, Arriving in 4h00'

LHR London

Scheduled: 09:55
Actual: 10:12

Terminal: 3 | Gate: 27

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

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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CLT Charlotte

Scheduled: 14:05
Estimated: 13:07
Delay

Gate: D2X

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

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

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Departed 3h 54m ago · lands in 4h 00m 49%

LHR 10:12 CLT 13:07

3,164 km (1,966 mi) flown · 3,245 km (2,016 mi) to go

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

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Distance: 6409 km / 3982 miles · Scheduled Duration: 09:10 · Typical Duration: 07:55

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BA 1596 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways London to Charlotte

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	LHR	CLT	10:12	13:07	En-Route	Track >
Nov 08	LHR	CLT	10:13	13:22	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	LHR	CLT	10:06	13:23	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	LHR	CLT	10:23	13:49	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	LHR	CLT	10:25	13:03	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	LHR	CLT	10:02	12:45	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	LHR	CLT	10:00	12:47	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	LHR	CLT	11:05	13:59	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	LHR	CLT	10:18	13:06	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	LHR	CLT	11:17	15:25	Landed Late	Track >

British Airways operates BA 1596 from London to Charlotte, a 6,409 km (3,982 mi) trip, daily. With 9 h 10 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 7 h 55 min, it often makes up time. Today it left at 10:12, 17 minutes late, and is due in Charlotte at 13:07, 58 minutes early.

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About BA 1596

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to Charlotte Douglas International Airport CLT
Distance: 6,409 km (3,982 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 55 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 8 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 35 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 1596 FAQ

How long is the BA1596 flight?: The timetable allows 9 h 10 min. London to Charlotte is 6,409 km (3,982 mi).
How often is BA1596 late?: 1 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 35 minutes on average.
Which days does BA1596 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BA1596 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA1596 have?: Also listed as BAW1596 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1596.
Can I get compensation if BA1596 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.

BA1596 and London LHR to Charlotte CLT Flights

Flight BA1596 is a code-share British Airways flight of the American Airlines operated AA731.

Other flights departing from London LHR: AA731, SK526, VY7641

Other flights arriving at Charlotte CLT: AA731, AA518, OH5366

All flights connecting London LHR to Charlotte CLT.