How long is the BA8970 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 18 min. Dublin to Newcastle is 348 km (216 mi).

Which terminal does BA8970 use?

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

What other flight numbers does BA8970 have?

Also listed as BAW8970 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 8970.

Can I get compensation if BA8970 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.

BA8970 Flight Status British Airways: Dublin to Newcastle (BAW8970)

British Airways BA 8970

Landed On Time

DUB Dublin

Scheduled: 13:50
Actual: 14:02

Terminal: 2 | Gate: 333

Departure: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time GMT

Dublin Airport (DUB)

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NCL Newcastle

Scheduled: 15:10
Actual: 14:53
Delay

Arrival: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time GMT

Newcastle Airport (NCL)

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Landed 44h 31m ago 100%

DUB 14:02 NCL 14:53

348 km (216 mi) flown

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

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Distance: 348 km / 216 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:20 · Actual Duration: 00:51

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BA 8970 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways Dublin to Newcastle

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	DUB	NCL	14:02	14:53	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	DUB	NCL	14:02	14:56	Landed	Track >
Oct 24	DUB	NCL	14:59	16:04	Delayed	Track >
Oct 22	DUB	NCL	18:00	18:53	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	DUB	NCL	17:56	18:52	Landed	Track >
Oct 17	DUB	NCL	14:39	15:30	Landed	Track >
Oct 15	DUB	NCL	17:50	19:05	Scheduled	Track >
Oct 11	DUB	NCL	17:51	18:48	Landed	Track >
Oct 10	DUB	NCL	14:37	15:31	Landed	Track >
Oct 08	DUB	NCL	19:06	20:00	Delayed	Track >

British Airways flight BA 8970 links Dublin and Newcastle, 348 km (216 mi) apart, and flies once a week, on Saturdays. The timetable allows 1 h 18 min, but the flight usually takes about 55 min, so it often makes up time. On Saturday it left on time and landed at 14:53, 17 minutes early.

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About BA 8970

Route: Dublin Airport DUB to Newcastle Airport NCL
Distance: 348 km (216 mi)
Typical flight time: 55 min
Flies: Sat
On time: 7 of the last 7
Usually departs from: Terminal 2

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Saturday's flight landed 17 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

BA 8970 FAQ

How long is the BA8970 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 18 min. Dublin to Newcastle is 348 km (216 mi).
How often is BA8970 late?: None of the last 7 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does BA8970 fly?: Once a week, on Saturdays, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BA8970 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport (DUB). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA8970 have?: Also listed as BAW8970 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 8970.
Can I get compensation if BA8970 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.

BA8970 and Dublin DUB to Newcastle NCL Flights

Flight BA8970 is a code-share British Airways flight of the Eastern Air Lines operated EA3352.

Other flights departing from Dublin DUB: EA3352, FR1976

Other flights arriving at Newcastle NCL: FR7593, EA3352, U269

All flights connecting Dublin DUB to Newcastle NCL.