How long is the BA173 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 5 min. London to New York is 5,539 km (3,442 mi).

Which terminal does BA173 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 8 at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does BA173 have?

Also listed as BAW173 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 173.

Can I get compensation if BA173 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.

BA173 Flight Status British Airways: London to New York (BAW173)

British Airways BA 173

En-Route, Arriving in 3h50'

LHR London

Scheduled: 11:20
Actual: 11:45

Terminal: 5 | Gate: C63

Departure: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time GMT

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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JFK New York

Scheduled: 14:25
Estimated: 13:45
Delay

Terminal: 8

Arrival: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time EST

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

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Departed 3h 09m ago · lands in 3h 50m 45%

LHR 11:45 JFK 13:45

2,502 km (1,554 mi) flown · 3,038 km (1,887 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: 5539 km / 3442 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:05 · Typical Duration: 06:55

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BA 173 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways London to New York

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 06	LHR	JFK	11:45	13:45	En-Route	Track >
Nov 05	LHR	JFK	12:03	13:52	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	LHR	JFK	12:46	14:28	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	LHR	JFK	11:37	13:28	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	LHR	JFK	11:55	13:52	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	LHR	JFK	11:43	13:45	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	LHR	JFK	12:06	15:15	Landed	Track >
Oct 30	LHR	JFK	11:57	15:00	Landed	Track >
Oct 29	LHR	JFK	11:47	14:53	Landed	Track >

British Airways' London–New York flight covers 5,539 km (3,442 mi) and runs daily. The timetable allows 8 h 5 min, but the flight usually takes about 6 h 55 min, so it often makes up time. Today it left at 11:45, 25 minutes late, and is due in New York at 13:45, 40 minutes early.

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About BA 173

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK
Distance: 5,539 km (3,442 mi)
Typical flight time: 6 h 55 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 8 of the last 8
Usually departs from: Terminal 5

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 173 FAQ

How long is the BA173 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 5 min. London to New York is 5,539 km (3,442 mi).
How often is BA173 late?: None of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does BA173 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BA173 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 8 at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA173 have?: Also listed as BAW173 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 173.
Can I get compensation if BA173 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.

BA173 and London LHR to New York JFK Flights

Flight BA173 is code-shared by 5 airlines using the flight numbers AY5473, EI8873, IB3559, AS5257, AA6934

Other flights departing from London LHR: BA1398, DL17, TK1980

Other flights arriving at New York JFK: B6116, B6904, B61084, 9E5315

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