How long is the LH8869 flight?

The timetable allows 7 h 5 min. New York to Faro is 5,609 km (3,485 mi).

Which terminal does LH8869 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal C at New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does LH8869 have?

Also listed as DLH8869 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8869.

Can I get compensation if LH8869 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.

LH8869 Flight Status Lufthansa: New York to Faro (DLH8869)

LH 8869 New York to Faro Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: September 21st, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

LH 8869 Flight Status & Schedule Lufthansa New York to Faro

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Sep 21	EWR	FAO	21:49	09:01	Landed	Track >
Sep 20	EWR	FAO	22:27	09:46	Landed	Track >
Sep 18	EWR	FAO	22:07	09:34	En-Route	Track >
Sep 16	EWR	FAO	22:48	10:14	Delayed	Track >
Sep 14	EWR	FAO	21:39	09:05	En-Route	Track >
Sep 13	EWR	FAO	22:47	10:14	Landed Late	Track >
Sep 11	EWR	FAO	22:39	09:50	Landed	Track >
Sep 09	EWR	FAO	22:19	09:51	Landed	Track >
Sep 07	EWR	FAO	21:19	08:44	Landed	Track >
Sep 06	EWR	FAO	21:59	09:18	Landed	Track >

Lufthansa's New York–Faro flight covers 5,609 km (3,485 mi). The timetable allows 7 h 5 min, but the flight usually takes about 6 h 20 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 21 September 2026, landed on time.

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About LH 8869

Route: New York Newark Liberty International Airport EWR to Faro Airport FAO
Distance: 5,609 km (3,485 mi)
Typical flight time: 6 h 20 min
On time: 6 of the last 7
Average delay when late: 19 min
Usually departs from: Terminal C

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 8869 FAQ

How long is the LH8869 flight?: The timetable allows 7 h 5 min. New York to Faro is 5,609 km (3,485 mi).
How often is LH8869 late?: 1 of the last 7 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 19 minutes on average.
Which terminal does LH8869 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal C at New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LH8869 have?: Also listed as DLH8869 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8869.
Can I get compensation if LH8869 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.

LH8869 and New York EWR to Faro FAO Flights

Flight LH8869 is a code-share Lufthansa flight of the United Airlines operated UA281.

Other flights departing from New York EWR: UA281, UA138, UA3681

Other flights arriving at Faro FAO: FR9498, UA281, FR1766

All flights connecting New York EWR to Faro FAO.