VS5705 Flight Status Virgin Atlantic Airways: Riyadh to London (VIR5705)
VS 5705 Riyadh to London Flight Status
Not scheduled today. Latest flight: March 27th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.
VS 5705 Flight Status & Schedule Virgin Atlantic Airways Riyadh to London
| Date | From | To | Departure | Arrival | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27 | RUH | LHR | 13:54 | 17:39 | Landed Late | Track > |
| Mar 26 | RUH | LHR | 13:27 | 17:20 | Landed | Track > |
| Mar 25 | RUH | LHR | 14:13 | 18:19 | Delayed | Track > |
| Mar 24 | RUH | LHR | 14:46 | 18:37 | Delayed | Track > |
| Mar 23 | RUH | LHR | 13:24 | 17:18 | Landed | Track > |
| Mar 22 | RUH | LHR | 13:33 | 17:13 | Landed | Track > |
| Mar 20 | RUH | LHR | 14:05 | 17:32 | Landed Late | Track > |
| Mar 19 | RUH | LHR | 13:44 | 17:22 | Landed | Track > |
Virgin Atlantic Airways operates VS 5705 from Riyadh to London, a 4,941 km (3,070 mi) trip. Its timetable allows 6 h 55 min; in practice it usually takes about 6 h 45 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 27 March 2026, landed 29 minutes late.
About VS 5705
- Distance
- 4,941 km (3,070 mi)
- Typical flight time
- 6 h 45 min
- On time
- 4 of the last 6
- Average delay when late
- 26 min
- Usually departs from
- Terminal 2
Departing Saudi Arabia, this flight is covered by Saudi Arabia's GACA passenger rights rules. Passengers may be entitled to compensation equivalent to 50 SDR (about €60) for a delay of 3 to 6 hours and 150 SDR (about €180) beyond 6 hours, depending on the cause; cancellations are compensated as a share of the fare.
VS 5705 FAQ
- How long is the VS5705 flight?
- The timetable allows 6 h 55 min. Riyadh to London is 4,941 km (3,070 mi).
- How often is VS5705 late?
- 2 of the last 6 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 26 minutes on average.
- Which terminal does VS5705 use?
- It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and arrives at Terminal 4 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
- What other flight numbers does VS5705 have?
- Also listed as VIR5705 (Virgin Atlantic Airways' ICAO code) and VS 5705.
- Can I get compensation if VS5705 is delayed or cancelled?
- Under Saudi Arabia's GACA passenger rights rules, passengers may be entitled to compensation equivalent to 50 SDR (about €60) for a delay of 3 to 6 hours and 150 SDR (about €180) beyond 6 hours, depending on the cause; cancellations are compensated as a share of the fare. Departing Saudi Arabia, this flight is covered by Saudi Arabia's GACA passenger rights rules.
VS5705 and Riyadh RUH to London LHR Flights
Flight VS5705 is a code-share Virgin Atlantic Airways flight of the Saudi Arabian Airlines operated SV113.
Other flights departing from Riyadh RUH: SV8873, SV113, IX326
Other flights arriving at London LHR: SV113, BA999, EI718
All flights connecting Riyadh RUH to London LHR.