British Airways BA259 Flight Status Today

International flight British Airways BA259 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Riyadh (RUH) Saudi Arabia. It's operated by British Airways. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 20:15 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at King Khaled International Airport at 05:35 Asia/Riyadh. The flight will last about 6 hours 20 minutes.

BA259 - BAW259 British Airways (BA)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to RUH
RUH Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Contact Airlines It may not operate on the date requested
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 20:15
5 None
Arrival King Khaled International Airport
IATA: RUHICAO: OERK
Scheduled 05:35
3 None
BA259 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 4945 kms / 3072 miles
Airline
  • British Airways
  • IATA: BA
  • ICAO: BAW
  • Operating Days: Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: None
  • Seats: None
  • Freight capacity: None
  • Passenger classes: None
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-8
  • Callsign: BAW259
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: Asia/Riyadh
  • Current Time in London: Friday 2026-02-27 15:46 PM
  • Current Time in Riyadh: Friday 2026-02-27 18:46 PM

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British Airways Flight BA259 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for British Airways BA259 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 6 hour(s) 20 minutes, with the flight distance of 4945 km (3072 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the British Airways BA259 flight?

All British Airways BA259 flights are operated using Boeing 787-8 aircraft.

Which terminal the flight British Airways BA259 is arriving at?

Flight British Airways BA259 arrives in King Khaled International Airport at Terminal 3.

How many British Airways BA259 flights are operated a week?

1 flights per week. The Flight British Airways BA259 is operated on Sunday.