BA281 Flight Status British Airways: London to Los Angeles (BAW281)
LHR London
- Scheduled
- 12:30
- Actual
- 13:02
Terminal: 5 | Gate: C55
Departure: Tue, Nov 3, 2026 · local time GMT
LAX Los Angeles
- Scheduled
- 15:50
- Estimated
- 15:37
- Delay
Terminal: B | Gate: 153
Arrival: Tue, Nov 3, 2026 · local time PST
Departed 11h 15m ago · was due to land 40m ago, awaiting update 100%
LHR 13:02 LAX 15:37
8,759 km (5,442 mi) flown · 0 km (0 mi) to go
Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.
Distance: 8759 km / 5442 miles · Scheduled Duration: 11:20 · Typical Duration: 10:35 · Aircraft:
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BA 281 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways London to Los Angeles
| Date | From | To | Departure | Arrival | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 03 | LHR | LAX | 13:02 | 15:37 | En-Route | Track > |
| Nov 02 | LHR | LAX | 13:39 | 15:57 | Landed | Track > |
| Nov 01 | LHR | LAX | 12:54 | 15:53 | Landed | Track > |
| Oct 31 | LHR | LAX | 13:51 | 17:52 | Delayed | Track > |
| Oct 30 | LHR | LAX | 13:14 | 16:52 | Landed | Track > |
| Oct 29 | LHR | LAX | 12:53 | 16:29 | Landed | Track > |
| Oct 28 | LHR | LAX | 13:17 | 16:58 | Landed | Track > |
| Oct 27 | LHR | LAX | 14:06 | 17:50 | Delayed | Track > |
| Oct 26 | LHR | LAX | 13:07 | 16:31 | Landed | Track > |
British Airways operates BA 281 from London to Los Angeles, a 8,759 km (5,442 mi) trip, six times a week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday). The timetable allows 11 h 20 min, but the flight usually takes about 10 h 35 min, so it often makes up time. Yesterday it left at 13:02, 32 minutes late, and is due in Los Angeles at 15:37, 13 minutes early.
About BA 281
- Distance
- 8,759 km (5,442 mi)
- Typical flight time
- 10 h 35 min
- Flies
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- On time
- 6 of the last 6
- 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 281 FAQ
- How long is the BA281 flight?
- The timetable allows 11 h 20 min. London to Los Angeles is 8,759 km (5,442 mi).
- How often is BA281 late?
- None of the last 6 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
- Which days does BA281 fly?
- Six times a week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
- Which terminal does BA281 use?
- It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal B at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
- What other flight numbers does BA281 have?
- Also listed as BAW281 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 281.
- Can I get compensation if BA281 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.
BA281 and London LHR to Los Angeles LAX Flights
Flight BA281 is code-shared by 5 airlines using the flight numbers AY5469, EI8981, IB3622, AS5289, AA6992
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