American Airlines AA6972 Flight Status Today

International flight American Airlines AA6972 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Dubai (DXB) United Arab Emirates. It's operated by American Airlines. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 20:45 20 January 2026 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at Dubai Airport at 07:40 21 January 2026 Asia/Dubai. The flight will last about 6 hours 55 minutes.

Current status of AA6972 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 3 hours, 44 minutes

AA6972 - AAL6972 American Airlines (AA)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to DXB
DXB Dubai United Arab Emirates
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 3 hours, 44 minutes
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 20:45 20 January 2026
5 None
Arrival Dubai Airport
IATA: DXBICAO: OMDB
Scheduled 07:40 21 January 2026
1 None
AA6972 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: IB 3535
  • Flight Duration: 6 hours 55 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 5504 kms / 3420 miles
Airline
  • American Airlines
  • IATA: AA
  • ICAO: AAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 159
  • Freight capacity: 8.7 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-10
  • Callsign: AAL6972
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: Asia/Dubai
  • Current Time in London: Tuesday 2026-01-20 17:01 PM
  • Current Time in Dubai: Tuesday 2026-01-20 21:01 PM

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American Airlines Flight AA6972 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for American Airlines AA6972 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 6 hour(s) 55 minutes, with the flight distance of 5504 km (3420 miles).

What is the current status of American Airlines AA6972 flight?

The current status of flight American Airlines AA6972 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the American Airlines AA6972 flight?

All American Airlines AA6972 flights are operated using Boeing 787-10 aircraft.

When does the flight American Airlines AA6972 arrive?

Flight American Airlines AA6972 arrives at 07:40.

Which terminal the flight American Airlines AA6972 is arriving at?

Flight American Airlines AA6972 arrives in Dubai Airport at Terminal 1.

How many American Airlines AA6972 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight American Airlines AA6972 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.