American Airlines AA8961 Flight Status Today

International flight American Airlines AA8961 takes off from Helsinki (HEL) Finland to London (LHR) United Kingdom. It's operated by American Airlines. The plane leaves Helsinki-Vantaa Airport at 11:20 18 January 2026 Europe/Helsinki. The flight is expected to land at London Heathrow Airport at 12:35 18 January 2026 Europe/London. The flight will last about 3 hours 30 minutes.

Current status of AA8961 is Arrived On time

AA8961 - AAL8961 American Airlines (AA)
HEL Helsinki Finland
Flight HEL to LHR
LHR London United Kingdom
Arrived On time
Departure Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
IATA: HELICAO: EFHK
Scheduled 11:20 18 January 2026
Actual 11:16 18 January 2026
None 52
Arrival London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 12:35 18 January 2026
Actual 12:46 18 January 2026
3 None
AA8961 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: BA 6037, CX 1408, QF 8977
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 1853 kms / 1151 miles
Airline
  • American Airlines
  • IATA: AA
  • ICAO: AAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 251
  • Freight capacity: 11.7 tons
  • Passenger classes: First Class, Economy, Business Class, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A320
  • Callsign: AAL8961
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/Helsinki
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/London
  • Current Time in Helsinki: Sunday 2026-01-18 19:56 PM
  • Current Time in London: Sunday 2026-01-18 17:56 PM

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American Airlines Flight AA8961 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for American Airlines AA8961 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 30 minutes, with the flight distance of 1853 km (1151 miles).

What is the current status of American Airlines AA8961 flight?

The current status of flight American Airlines AA8961 is Arrived On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the American Airlines AA8961 flight?

All American Airlines AA8961 flights are operated using Airbus A320 aircraft.

When does the flight American Airlines AA8961 arrive?

Flight American Airlines AA8961 arrives at 12:35.

Which terminal the flight American Airlines AA8961 is arriving at?

Flight American Airlines AA8961 arrives in London Heathrow Airport at Terminal 3.

How many American Airlines AA8961 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight American Airlines AA8961 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .