BA1606 Flight Status British Airways: Madrid to Philadelphia (BAW1606)

MAD Madrid

Scheduled
13:15

Terminal: 4 | Gate: S1

Departure: Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · local time CET

Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

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PHL Philadelphia

Scheduled
15:35

Terminal: A | Gate: 24

Arrival: Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · local time EST

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

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Distance: 5909 km / 3672 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:20 · Typical Duration: 07:30

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BA 1606 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways Madrid to Philadelphia

Date From To Departure Arrival Status Details
Nov 13 MAD PHL 13:15 15:35 Cancelled Claim >
Nov 12 MAD PHL 13:34 15:56 Diverted Claim >
Nov 11 MAD PHL 13:23 14:53 Landed Track >
Nov 10 MAD PHL 14:02 15:29 Landed Track >
Nov 09 MAD PHL 13:35 14:54 Landed Track >
Nov 08 MAD PHL 15:34 17:30 Delayed Track >
Nov 07 MAD PHL 13:31 15:31 Landed Track >
Nov 06 MAD PHL 13:37 15:23 Landed Track >
Nov 05 MAD PHL 13:28 15:06 Landed Track >
Nov 04 MAD PHL 14:15 15:26 Landed Track >

British Airways flight BA 1606 links Madrid and Philadelphia, 5,909 km (3,672 mi) apart, and flies six times a week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The timetable allows 8 h 20 min, but the flight usually takes about 7 h 30 min, so it often makes up time. Yesterday's flight was cancelled.

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About BA 1606

British Airways Flight BA1606 connects Madrid, Spain to Philadelphia, United States, taking off from Madrid Barajas Airport MAD and landing at Philadelphia International Airport PHL.

Route
Madrid Barajas Airport MAD to Philadelphia International Airport PHL
Distance
5,909 km (3,672 mi)
Typical flight time
7 h 30 min
Flies
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
On time
7 of the last 9
Usually departs from
Terminal 4

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Yesterday's flight was cancelled, so passengers may be entitled to up to €600 each, depending on the cause and on how much notice was given. Use the claim button above to check.

BA 1606 FAQ

How long is the BA1606 flight from Madrid to Philadelphia?
The timetable allows 8 h 20 min. Madrid to Philadelphia is 5,909 km (3,672 mi).
How often is BA1606 from Madrid to Philadelphia late?
None of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late and 1 was cancelled and 1 was diverted.
When was the latest BA1606 flight from Madrid to Philadelphia?
The latest BA1606 was the 13:15 (local time) departure from Madrid on 13 November 2026; it was cancelled.
Which days does BA1606 fly from Madrid to Philadelphia?
Six times a week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BA1606 use?
It usually leaves from Terminal 4 at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) 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 BA1606 have?
Also listed as BAW1606 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 1606.
Can I get compensation if BA1606 is delayed or cancelled?
Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

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BA1606 and Madrid MAD to Philadelphia PHL Flights

Flight BA1606 is a code-share British Airways flight of the American Airlines operated AA741.

Other flights departing from Madrid MAD: FR348, FR3876, AA741

Other flights arriving at Philadelphia PHL: AA741, PT6043

All flights connecting Madrid MAD to Philadelphia PHL.