How long is the DL5961 flight?

The timetable allows 10 h 55 min. London to San Francisco is 8,615 km (5,353 mi).

Which terminal does DL5961 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal I at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does DL5961 have?

Also listed as DAL5961 (Delta Air Lines' ICAO code) and DL 5961.

Can I get compensation if DL5961 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.

DL5961 Flight Status Delta Air Lines: London to San Francisco (DAL5961)

DL 5961 London to San Francisco Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: September 5th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

DL 5961 Flight Status & Schedule Delta Air Lines London to San Francisco

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Sep 05	LHR	SFO	19:28	21:57	Landed Late	Track >
Sep 03	LHR	SFO	18:33	21:08	Landed	Track >
Sep 01	LHR	SFO	19:02	21:32	Landed	Track >
Aug 30	LHR	SFO	19:01	21:13	Landed	Track >
Aug 01	LHR	SFO	18:56	21:28	Landed	Track >
Jul 31	LHR	SFO	19:46	22:10	Landed Late	Track >
Jul 30	LHR	SFO	19:05	21:20	Landed	Track >
Jul 29	LHR	SFO	18:48	21:05	Landed	Track >
Jul 28	LHR	SFO	18:30	21:25	Cancelled	Claim >
Jul 27	LHR	SFO	20:02	22:38	Delayed	Track >

Delta Air Lines flight DL 5961 links London and San Francisco, 8,615 km (5,353 mi) apart. Its timetable allows 10 h 55 min; in practice it usually takes about 10 h 25 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 5 September 2026, landed 32 minutes late.

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About DL 5961

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to San Francisco International Airport SFO
Distance: 8,615 km (5,353 mi)
Typical flight time: 10 h 25 min
On time: 6 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 41 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 3

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.

DL 5961 FAQ

How long is the DL5961 flight?: The timetable allows 10 h 55 min. London to San Francisco is 8,615 km (5,353 mi).
How often is DL5961 late?: 2 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late and 1 was cancelled; when late, by 41 minutes on average.
Which terminal does DL5961 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal I at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does DL5961 have?: Also listed as DAL5961 (Delta Air Lines' ICAO code) and DL 5961.
Can I get compensation if DL5961 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.

DL5961 and London LHR to San Francisco SFO Flights

Flight DL5961 is a code-share Delta Air Lines flight of the Virgin Atlantic Airways operated VS41.

Other flights departing from London LHR: VS41, QY6777

Other flights arriving at San Francisco SFO: VS41, UA693, OO5553

All flights connecting London LHR to San Francisco SFO.