American Airlines AA8979 Flight Status Today

International flight American Airlines AA8979 takes off from Riga (RIX) Latvia to Helsinki (HEL) Finland. It's operated by American Airlines. The plane leaves Riga International Airport at 13:45 Europe/Riga. The flight is expected to land at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport at 15:00 Europe/Helsinki. The flight will last about 1 hours 15 minutes.

AA8979 - AAL8979 American Airlines (AA)
RIX Riga Latvia
Flight RIX to HEL
HEL Helsinki Finland
Contact Airlines It may not operate on the date requested
Departure Riga International Airport
IATA: RIXICAO: EVRA
Scheduled 13:45
None None
Arrival Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
IATA: HELICAO: EFHK
Scheduled 15:00
None None
AA8979 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 1 hours 15 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 383 kms / 238 miles
Airline
  • American Airlines
  • IATA: AA
  • ICAO: AAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 72
  • Freight capacity: 5 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: ATR 72
  • Callsign: AAL8979
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/Riga
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/Helsinki
  • Current Time in Riga: Saturday 2026-02-07 15:47 PM
  • Current Time in Helsinki: Saturday 2026-02-07 15:47 PM

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American Airlines Flight AA8979 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for American Airlines AA8979 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 1 hour(s) 15 minutes, with the flight distance of 383 km (238 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the American Airlines AA8979 flight?

All American Airlines AA8979 flights are operated using ATR 72 aircraft.

How many American Airlines AA8979 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight American Airlines AA8979 is operated on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.