How long is the BA5971 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 20 min. London to Dublin is 449 km (279 mi).

Which terminal does BA5971 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 2, gate A22 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport (DUB). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does BA5971 have?

Also listed as BAW5971 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 5971.

Can I get compensation if BA5971 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to £220 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.

BA5971 Flight Status British Airways: London to Dublin (BAW5971)

BA 5971 London to Dublin Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: October 24th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

BA 5971 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways London to Dublin

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 24	LHR	DUB	21:23	22:30	Landed	Track >
Oct 23	LHR	DUB	21:38	22:40	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	LHR	DUB	21:26	22:16	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	LHR	DUB	21:34	22:24	Landed	Track >
Oct 20	LHR	DUB	21:59	22:53	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 19	LHR	DUB	21:23	22:14	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	LHR	DUB	21:42	22:25	Landed	Track >
Oct 17	LHR	DUB	21:24	22:05	Landed	Track >
Oct 16	LHR	DUB	21:24	22:09	Landed	Track >
Oct 15	LHR	DUB	21:08	21:55	Landed	Track >

British Airways' London–Dublin flight covers 449 km (279 mi). The timetable allows 1 h 20 min, but the flight usually takes about 50 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 24 October 2026, landed on time.

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About BA 5971

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to Dublin Airport DUB
Distance: 449 km (279 mi)
Typical flight time: 50 min
On time: 9 of the last 10
Average delay when late: 23 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 2, gate A22

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Compensation of up to £220 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

BA 5971 FAQ

How long is the BA5971 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 20 min. London to Dublin is 449 km (279 mi).
How often is BA5971 late?: 1 of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 23 minutes on average.
Which terminal does BA5971 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 2, gate A22 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport (DUB). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA5971 have?: Also listed as BAW5971 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 5971.
Can I get compensation if BA5971 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to £220 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.

BA5971 and London LHR to Dublin DUB Flights

Flight BA5971 is a code-share British Airways flight of the Aer Lingus operated EI183.

Other flights departing from London LHR: BA123, EI183

Other flights arriving at Dublin DUB: EI413, EI183, EI3229

All flights connecting London LHR to Dublin DUB.