How long is the LH8839 flight?

The timetable allows 9 h 45 min. Washington to Athens is 8,297 km (5,156 mi).

Which terminal does LH8839 use?

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

What other flight numbers does LH8839 have?

Also listed as DLH8839 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8839.

Can I get compensation if LH8839 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. Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH8839 Flight Status Lufthansa: Washington to Athens (DLH8839)

LH 8839 Washington to Athens Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: October 23rd, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

LH 8839 Flight Status & Schedule Lufthansa Washington to Athens

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 23	IAD	ATH	18:38	10:15	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 22	IAD	ATH	18:06	09:51	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	IAD	ATH	18:30	10:06	Landed	Track >
Oct 20	IAD	ATH	17:49	09:51	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	IAD	ATH	17:59	10:07	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	IAD	ATH	18:44	11:08	Delayed	Track >
Oct 17	IAD	ATH	17:37	09:12	Landed	Track >
Oct 16	IAD	ATH	17:26	09:19	Landed	Track >
Oct 15	IAD	ATH	17:50	09:57	Landed	Track >
Oct 14	IAD	ATH	17:36	09:37	Landed	Track >

Lufthansa flight LH 8839 links Washington and Athens, 8,297 km (5,156 mi) apart. With 9 h 45 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 8 h 55 min, it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 23 October 2026, landed 15 minutes late.

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About LH 8839

Route: Washington Dulles International Airport IAD to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos ATH
Distance: 8,297 km (5,156 mi)
Typical flight time: 8 h 55 min
On time: 8 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 15 min

Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, 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 8839 FAQ

How long is the LH8839 flight?: The timetable allows 9 h 45 min. Washington to Athens is 8,297 km (5,156 mi).
How often is LH8839 late?: 1 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 15 minutes on average.
Which terminal does LH8839 use?: It usually arrives at Terminal M at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LH8839 have?: Also listed as DLH8839 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8839.
Can I get compensation if LH8839 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. Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH8839 and Washington IAD to Athens ATH Flights

Flight LH8839 is a code-share Lufthansa flight of the United Airlines operated UA982.

Other flights departing from Washington IAD: YV4016, UA982, YX3535, G74418

Other flights arriving at Athens ATH: UA982, AC898, D82962

All flights connecting Washington IAD to Athens ATH.