Aer Lingus EI8879 Flight Status : Live Tracking & Updates

International flight Aer Lingus EI8879 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to New York (JFK) United States. It's operated by Aer Lingus. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 17:25 25 May 2026 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at John F. Kennedy International Airport at 20:20 25 May 2026 America/New_York. The flight will last about 7 hours 5 minutes.

Current status of EI8879 is Scheduled Estimated Depart in 33 minutes

EI8879 - EIN8879 Aer Lingus (EI)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to JFK
JFK New York United States
Scheduled Estimated Depart in 33 minutes
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 17:25 25 May 2026
Estimated 17:25 25 May 2026
5 B35
Arrival John F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA: JFKICAO: KJFK
Scheduled 20:20 25 May 2026
Estimated 19:50 25 May 2026
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EI8879 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 7 hours 5 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 5556 kms / 3452 miles
Airline
  • Aer Lingus
  • IATA: EI
  • ICAO: EIN
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 219
  • Freight capacity: 22 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: REA8879
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: America/New_York
  • Current Time in London: Monday 2026-05-25 16:52 PM
  • Current Time in New York: Monday 2026-05-25 11:52 AM

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Aer Lingus Flight EI8879 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Aer Lingus EI8879 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 7 hour(s) 5 minutes, with the flight distance of 5556 km (3452 miles).

What is the current status of Aer Lingus EI8879 flight?

The current status of flight Aer Lingus EI8879 is Scheduled.

What type of aircraft is used for the Aer Lingus EI8879 flight?

All Aer Lingus EI8879 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

When does the flight Aer Lingus EI8879 arrive?

Flight Aer Lingus EI8879 arrives at 20:20.

Which terminal the flight Aer Lingus EI8879 is arriving at?

Flight Aer Lingus EI8879 arrives in John F. Kennedy International Airport at Terminal 8.

How many Aer Lingus EI8879 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Aer Lingus EI8879 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.