How long is the DL5997 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 20 min. London to New York is 5,539 km (3,442 mi).

Which terminal does DL5997 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 4 at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does DL5997 have?

Also listed as DAL5997 (Delta Air Lines' ICAO code) and DL 5997.

Can I get compensation if DL5997 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.

DL5997 Flight Status Delta Air Lines: London to New York (DAL5997)

Delta Air Lines DL 5997

Landed On Time

LHR London

Scheduled: 09:05
Actual: 09:45

Terminal: 3 | Gate: 20

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

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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JFK New York

Scheduled: 12:25
Actual: 11:59
Delay

Terminal: 4

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

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

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Landed 44h 54m ago 100%

LHR 09:45 JFK 11:59

5,539 km (3,442 mi) flown

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

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Distance: 5539 km / 3442 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:20 · Actual Duration: 07:14

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DL 5997 Flight Status & Schedule Delta Air Lines London to New York

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	LHR	JFK	09:45	11:59	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	LHR	JFK	09:27	11:15	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	LHR	JFK	09:35	11:27	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	LHR	JFK	09:47	12:50	Landed	Track >
Oct 29	LHR	JFK	09:38	12:50	Landed	Track >
Oct 25	LHR	JFK	09:45	13:07	Landed	Track >
Oct 24	LHR	JFK	08:35	11:13	Landed	Track >
Oct 23	LHR	JFK	08:41	11:02	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	LHR	JFK	08:31	11:16	Landed	Track >

Delta Air Lines flight DL 5997 links London and New York, 5,539 km (3,442 mi) apart, and flies three times a week: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. With 8 h 20 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 7 h 15 min, it often makes up time. On Saturday it left 40 minutes late and still landed at 11:59, 26 minutes early.

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About DL 5997

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK
Distance: 5,539 km (3,442 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 15 min
Flies: Tue, Thu, Sat
On time: 9 of the last 9
Usually departs from: Terminal 3

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Saturday's flight landed 26 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

DL 5997 FAQ

How long is the DL5997 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 20 min. London to New York is 5,539 km (3,442 mi).
How often is DL5997 late?: None of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does DL5997 fly?: Three times a week: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does DL5997 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 4 at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does DL5997 have?: Also listed as DAL5997 (Delta Air Lines' ICAO code) and DL 5997.
Can I get compensation if DL5997 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.

DL5997 and London LHR to New York JFK Flights

Flight DL5997 is a code-share Delta Air Lines flight of the Virgin Atlantic Airways operated VS3.

Other flights departing from London LHR: BA504, OS332, VS3

Other flights arriving at New York JFK: SV903, TK6017, SV903, 9K1022

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