How long is the EI8881 flight?

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

Which terminal does EI8881 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 8 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 EI8881 have?

Also listed as EIN8881 (Aer Lingus' ICAO code) and EI 8881.

Can I get compensation if EI8881 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.

EI8881 Flight Status Aer Lingus: London to New York (EIN8881)

Aer Lingus EI 8881

En-Route, Arriving in 4h06'

LHR London

Scheduled: 10:35
Actual: 11:01

Terminal: 5 | Gate: A10

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time GMT

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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JFK New York

Scheduled: 13:35
Estimated: 12:53
Delay

Terminal: 8

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time EST

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

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Departed 2h 45m ago · lands in 4h 06m 40%

LHR 11:01 JFK 12:53

2,229 km (1,385 mi) flown · 3,310 km (2,057 mi) to go

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: 08:00 · Typical Duration: 07:00

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EI 8881 Flight Status & Schedule Aer Lingus London to New York

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	LHR	JFK	11:01	12:53	En-Route	Track >
Nov 08	LHR	JFK	11:04	13:16	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	LHR	JFK	11:08	13:12	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	LHR	JFK	11:04	13:16	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	LHR	JFK	11:00	12:47	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	LHR	JFK	11:06	12:47	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	LHR	JFK	11:03	12:51	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	LHR	JFK	11:08	13:07	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	LHR	JFK	10:57	12:56	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	LHR	JFK	11:08	14:17	Landed	Track >

Aer Lingus' London–New York flight covers 5,539 km (3,442 mi) and runs daily. Its timetable allows 8 hours; in practice it usually takes about 7 h, so it often makes up time. Today it left at 11:01, 26 minutes late, and is due in New York at 12:53, 42 minutes early.

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About EI 8881

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
Flies: Daily
On time: 9 of the last 9
Usually departs from: Terminal 5

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.

EI 8881 FAQ

How long is the EI8881 flight?: The timetable allows 8 hours. London to New York is 5,539 km (3,442 mi).
How often is EI8881 late?: None of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does EI8881 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does EI8881 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 8 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 EI8881 have?: Also listed as EIN8881 (Aer Lingus' ICAO code) and EI 8881.
Can I get compensation if EI8881 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.

EI8881 and London LHR to New York JFK Flights

Flight EI8881 is a code-share Aer Lingus flight of the British Airways operated BA181.

Other flights departing from London LHR: AA729, SK804, BA181, LO282

Other flights arriving at New York JFK: LH400, BA181, AV660, B61901

All flights connecting London LHR to New York JFK.