How long is the EI8917 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 25 min. London to Washington is 5,901 km (3,667 mi).

Which terminal does EI8917 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 EI8917 have?

Also listed as EIN8917 (Aer Lingus' ICAO code) and EI 8917.

Can I get compensation if EI8917 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.

EI8917 Flight Status Aer Lingus: London to Washington (EIN8917)

Aer Lingus EI 8917

En-Route, Arriving in 5h02'

LHR London

Scheduled: 12:15
Actual: 13:01

Terminal: 5 | Gate: B37

Departure: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time GMT

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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IAD Washington

Scheduled: 15:40
Estimated: 15:34
Delay

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Arrival: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time EST

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

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Departed 2h 30m ago · lands in 5h 02m 33%

LHR 13:01 IAD 15:34

1,961 km (1,218 mi) flown · 3,941 km (2,449 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: 5901 km / 3667 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:25 · Typical Duration: 07:20

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EI 8917 Flight Status & Schedule Aer Lingus London to Washington

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 06	LHR	IAD	13:01	15:34	En-Route	Track >
Nov 05	LHR	IAD	12:36	14:51	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	LHR	IAD	12:45	14:54	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	LHR	IAD	12:59	15:05	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	LHR	IAD	12:59	15:10	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	LHR	IAD	15:42	17:52	Delayed	Track >
Oct 31	LHR	IAD	12:41	16:24	Landed	Track >
Oct 30	LHR	IAD	12:51	16:28	Landed	Track >
Oct 29	LHR	IAD	12:58	16:25	Landed	Track >
Oct 28	LHR	IAD	12:52	16:24	Landed	Track >

Aer Lingus operates EI 8917 from London to Washington, a 5,901 km (3,667 mi) trip, daily. Its timetable allows 8 h 25 min; in practice it usually takes about 7 h 20 min, so it often makes up time. Today it left at 13:01, 46 minutes late, and is due in Washington at 15:34, 6 minutes early.

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About EI 8917

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to Washington Dulles International Airport IAD
Distance: 5,901 km (3,667 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 20 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 8 of the last 8
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 8917 FAQ

How long is the EI8917 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 25 min. London to Washington is 5,901 km (3,667 mi).
How often is EI8917 late?: None of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does EI8917 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does EI8917 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 EI8917 have?: Also listed as EIN8917 (Aer Lingus' ICAO code) and EI 8917.
Can I get compensation if EI8917 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.

EI8917 and London LHR to Washington IAD Flights

Flight EI8917 is a code-share Aer Lingus flight of the British Airways operated BA217.

Other flights departing from London LHR: BA217, FI451

Other flights arriving at Washington IAD: UA804, UA919, BA217, UA943

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