How long is the EI8871 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 25 min. London to Pittsburgh is 5,970 km (3,710 mi).

Which terminal does EI8871 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does EI8871 have?

Also listed as EIN8871 (Aer Lingus' ICAO code) and EI 8871.

Can I get compensation if EI8871 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.

EI8871 Flight Status Aer Lingus: London to Pittsburgh (EIN8871)

Aer Lingus EI 8871

Landed On Time

LHR London

Scheduled: 15:55
Actual: 16:47

Terminal: 5 | Gate: B34

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

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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PIT Pittsburgh

Scheduled: 19:20
Actual: 19:10
Delay

Gate: C3

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

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

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Landed 36h 11m ago 100%

LHR 16:47 PIT 19:10

5,970 km (3,710 mi) flown

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

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Distance: 5970 km / 3710 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:25 · Actual Duration: 07:23

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EI 8871 Flight Status & Schedule Aer Lingus London to Pittsburgh

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	LHR	PIT	16:47	19:10	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	LHR	PIT	17:05	19:39	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 04	LHR	PIT	16:40	18:57	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	LHR	PIT	18:14	20:20	Delayed	Track >
Oct 31	LHR	PIT	16:20	20:03	Landed	Track >
Oct 30	LHR	PIT	18:04	21:28	Delayed	Track >
Oct 28	LHR	PIT	16:32	20:06	Landed	Track >
Oct 26	LHR	PIT	16:28	20:09	Landed	Track >
Oct 24	LHR	PIT	17:39	20:18	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 23	LHR	PIT	17:37	20:17	Landed Late	Track >

Aer Lingus operates EI 8871 from London to Pittsburgh, a 5,970 km (3,710 mi) trip, three times a week (Wednesday, Friday and Saturday). Its timetable allows 8 h 25 min; in practice it usually takes about 7 h 40 min, so it often makes up time. On Saturday it left 52 minutes late and still landed at 19:10, 10 minutes early.

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About EI 8871

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to Pittsburgh International Airport PIT
Distance: 5,970 km (3,710 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 40 min
Flies: Wed, Fri, Sat
On time: 5 of the last 8
Average delay when late: 25 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 5

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Saturday's flight landed 10 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

EI 8871 FAQ

How long is the EI8871 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 25 min. London to Pittsburgh is 5,970 km (3,710 mi).
How often is EI8871 late?: 3 of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 25 minutes on average.
Which days does EI8871 fly?: Three times a week: Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does EI8871 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does EI8871 have?: Also listed as EIN8871 (Aer Lingus' ICAO code) and EI 8871.
Can I get compensation if EI8871 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.

EI8871 and London LHR to Pittsburgh PIT Flights

Flight EI8871 is a code-share Aer Lingus flight of the British Airways operated BA171.

Other flights departing from London LHR: BA171, BA988, BA1402

Other flights arriving at Pittsburgh PIT: BA171, EI81

All flights connecting London LHR to Pittsburgh PIT.