American Airlines AA6791 Flight Status

Current status of AA6791 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 10 hours, 9 minutes

AA6791 - AAL6791 American Airlines (AA)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to CPT
CPT Cape Town South Africa
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 10 hours, 9 minutes
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 20:40 10 December 2025
5 None
Arrival Cape Town International Airport
IATA: CPTICAO: FACT
Scheduled 10:20 11 December 2025
None None
AA6791 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AY 5951
  • Flight Duration: 11 hours 40 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 9646 kms / 5994 miles
Airline
  • American Airlines
  • IATA: AA
  • ICAO: AAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 159
  • Freight capacity: 8.7 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: AAL6791
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Current Time in London: Wednesday 2025-12-10 10:31 AM
  • Current Time in Cape Town: Wednesday 2025-12-10 12:31 PM

International flight American Airlines AA6791 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Cape Town (CPT) South Africa. It's operated by American Airlines. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 20:40 10 December 2025 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at Cape Town International Airport at 10:20 11 December 2025 Africa/Johannesburg. The flight will last about 11 hours 40 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions, answered

What is the scheduled flight duration for American Airlines AA6791 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 11 hour(s) 40 minutes, with the flight distance of 9646 km (5994 miles).

What is the current status of American Airlines AA6791 flight?

The current status of flight American Airlines AA6791 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the American Airlines AA6791 flight?

All American Airlines AA6791 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

How many American Airlines AA6791 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight American Airlines AA6791 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday.