How long is the LH8838 flight?

The timetable allows 11 h 5 min. Athens to Washington is 8,297 km (5,156 mi).

Which terminal does LH8838 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal M at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does LH8838 have?

Also listed as DLH8838 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8838.

Can I get compensation if LH8838 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH8838 Flight Status Lufthansa: Athens to Washington (DLH8838)

LH 8838 Athens to Washington Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: October 24th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

LH 8838 Flight Status & Schedule Lufthansa Athens to Washington

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 24	ATH	IAD	12:21	16:11	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 23	ATH	IAD	12:09	15:35	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	ATH	IAD	12:09	15:37	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	ATH	IAD	12:00	15:20	Landed	Track >
Oct 20	ATH	IAD	12:08	15:37	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	ATH	IAD	13:24	17:10	Delayed	Track >
Oct 18	ATH	IAD	12:50	16:31	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 17	ATH	IAD	12:00	15:44	Landed	Track >
Oct 16	ATH	IAD	12:27	16:11	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 15	ATH	IAD	14:22	17:51	Delayed	Track >

Lufthansa operates LH 8838 from Athens to Washington, a 8,297 km (5,156 mi) trip. Its timetable allows 11 h 5 min; in practice it usually takes about 10 h 35 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 24 October 2026, landed 21 minutes late.

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About LH 8838

Route: Athens Eleftherios Venizelos ATH to Washington Dulles International Airport IAD
Distance: 8,297 km (5,156 mi)
Typical flight time: 10 h 35 min
On time: 5 of the last 8
Average delay when late: 28 min
Usually departs from: Terminal M

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €600 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

LH 8838 FAQ

How long is the LH8838 flight?: The timetable allows 11 h 5 min. Athens to Washington is 8,297 km (5,156 mi).
How often is LH8838 late?: 3 of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 28 minutes on average.
Which terminal does LH8838 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal M at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LH8838 have?: Also listed as DLH8838 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8838.
Can I get compensation if LH8838 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH8838 and Athens ATH to Washington IAD Flights

Flight LH8838 is a code-share Lufthansa flight of the United Airlines operated UA983.

Other flights departing from Athens ATH: SK2934, UA983

Other flights arriving at Washington IAD: UA983, G74165

All flights connecting Athens ATH to Washington IAD.