How long is the BA4238 flight?

The timetable allows 2 h 20 min. Madrid to London is 1,213 km (754 mi).

Which terminal does BA4238 use?

It usually arrives at Terminal S at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does BA4238 have?

Also listed as BAW4238 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 4238.

Can I get compensation if BA4238 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €250 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.

BA4238 Flight Status British Airways: Madrid to London (BAW4238)

British Airways BA 4238

Landed On Time

MAD Madrid

Scheduled: 17:40
Actual: 18:12

Terminal: 4 | Gate: S34

Departure: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time CET

Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

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LGW London

Scheduled: 19:00
Actual: 18:56
Delay

Terminal: S

Arrival: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time GMT

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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Landed 17h 20m ago 100%

MAD 18:12 LGW 18:56

1,213 km (754 mi) flown

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

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Distance: 1213 km / 754 miles · Scheduled Duration: 02:20 · Actual Duration: 01:44

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BA 4238 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways Madrid to London

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 08	MAD	LGW	18:12	18:56	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	MAD	LGW	18:08	18:54	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	MAD	LGW	17:49	18:34	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	MAD	LGW	17:59	18:44	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	MAD	LGW	18:06	18:50	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	MAD	LGW	18:00	18:53	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	MAD	LGW	17:55	18:47	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	MAD	LGW	18:48	19:33	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 31	MAD	LGW	18:37	19:27	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 30	MAD	LGW	18:09	18:56	Landed	Track >

British Airways operates BA 4238 from Madrid to London, a 1,213 km (754 mi) trip, six times a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday). With 2 h 20 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 1 h 45 min, it often makes up time. Yesterday it left 32 minutes late and still landed at 18:56, 4 minutes early.

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About BA 4238

Route: Madrid Barajas Airport MAD to London Gatwick Airport LGW
Distance: 1,213 km (754 mi)
Typical flight time: 1 h 45 min
Flies: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
On time: 8 of the last 10
Average delay when late: 30 min

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Yesterday's flight landed 4 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

BA 4238 FAQ

How long is the BA4238 flight?: The timetable allows 2 h 20 min. Madrid to London is 1,213 km (754 mi).
How often is BA4238 late?: 2 of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 30 minutes on average.
Which days does BA4238 fly?: Six times a week: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BA4238 use?: It usually arrives at Terminal S at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA4238 have?: Also listed as BAW4238 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 4238.
Can I get compensation if BA4238 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €250 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.

BA4238 and Madrid MAD to London LGW Flights

Flight BA4238 is a code-share British Airways flight of the Iberia operated IB985.

Other flights departing from Madrid MAD: IB985, V73205, IB535

Other flights arriving at London LGW: IB985, EC8384, U28384

All flights connecting Madrid MAD to London LGW.