American Airlines AA6978 Flight Status Today

International flight American Airlines AA6978 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Atlanta (ATL) United States. It's operated by American Airlines. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 15:35 18 January 2026 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport at 20:10 18 January 2026 America/New_York. The flight will last about 9 hours 35 minutes.

Current status of AA6978 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 8 hours, 54 minutes

AA6978 - AAL6978 American Airlines (AA)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to ATL
ATL Atlanta United States
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 8 hours, 54 minutes
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 15:35 18 January 2026
3 None
Arrival Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
IATA: ATLICAO: KATL
Scheduled 20:10 18 January 2026
I None
AA6978 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AY 5427, EI 8927, IB 3596
  • Flight Duration: 9 hours 35 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 6778 kms / 4211 miles
Airline
  • American Airlines
  • IATA: AA
  • ICAO: AAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 178
  • Freight capacity: 9 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 777-200 / 200ER
  • Callsign: AAL6978
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: America/New_York
  • Current Time in London: Sunday 2026-01-18 06:41 AM
  • Current Time in Atlanta: Sunday 2026-01-18 01:41 AM

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American Airlines Flight AA6978 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for American Airlines AA6978 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 9 hour(s) 35 minutes, with the flight distance of 6778 km (4211 miles).

What is the current status of American Airlines AA6978 flight?

The current status of flight American Airlines AA6978 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the American Airlines AA6978 flight?

All American Airlines AA6978 flights are operated using Boeing 777-200 / 200ER aircraft.

When does the flight American Airlines AA6978 arrive?

Flight American Airlines AA6978 arrives at 20:10.

Which terminal the flight American Airlines AA6978 is arriving at?

Flight American Airlines AA6978 arrives in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport at Terminal I.

How many American Airlines AA6978 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight American Airlines AA6978 is operated on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.