How long is the BA1601 flight from Chicago to London?

The timetable allows 7 h 45 min. Chicago to London is 6,343 km (3,941 mi).

Which terminal does BA1601 use?

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

What other flight numbers does BA1601 have?

Also listed as BAW1601 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1601.

Can I get compensation if BA1601 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.

BA1601 Flight Status British Airways: Chicago to London (BAW1601)

BA 1601 Chicago to London Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: October 23rd, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

BA 1601 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways Chicago to London

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 23	ORD	LHR	22:39	11:36	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	ORD	LHR	22:36	11:55	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	ORD	LHR	22:54	11:55	Landed	Track >
Oct 20	ORD	LHR	22:42	11:45	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	ORD	LHR	22:43	11:43	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	ORD	LHR	22:48	11:52	Landed	Track >
Oct 17	ORD	LHR	22:52	11:49	Landed	Track >
Oct 16	ORD	LHR	22:38	11:29	Landed	Track >
Oct 15	ORD	LHR	23:06	11:59	Landed	Track >
Oct 14	ORD	LHR	22:49	11:49	Landed	Track >

British Airways flight BA 1601 links Chicago and London, 6,343 km (3,941 mi) apart. Its timetable allows 7 h 45 min; in practice it usually takes about 7 h, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 23 October 2026, landed on time.

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About BA 1601

British Airways Flight BA1601 connects Chicago, United States to London, United Kingdom, taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport ORD and landing at London Heathrow Airport LHR.

Route: Chicago O'Hare International Airport ORD to London Heathrow Airport LHR
Distance: 6,343 km (3,941 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h
On time: 10 of the last 10
Usually departs from: Terminal 3

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 1601 FAQ

How long is the BA1601 flight from Chicago to London?: The timetable allows 7 h 45 min. Chicago to London is 6,343 km (3,941 mi).
How often is BA1601 from Chicago to London late?: None of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
When was the latest BA1601 flight from Chicago to London?: The latest BA1601 was the 22:30 (local time) departure from Chicago on 23 October 2026; it landed 39 minutes early.
Which terminal does BA1601 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and arrives at Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA1601 have?: Also listed as BAW1601 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1601.
Can I get compensation if BA1601 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.

BA1601 and Chicago ORD to London LHR Flights

Flight BA1601 is a code-share British Airways flight of the American Airlines operated AA98.

Other flights departing from Chicago ORD: AA98, LH433, YX4737

Other flights arriving at London LHR: AA98, BA851, BA367

All flights connecting Chicago ORD to London LHR.