British Airways BA45 Flight Status Today

International flight British Airways BA45 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Cape Town (CPT) South Africa. It's operated by British Airways. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 20:40 18 January 2026 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at Cape Town International Airport at 10:20 19 January 2026 Africa/Johannesburg. The flight will last about 11 hours 40 minutes.

Current status of BA45 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 8 hours, 31 minutes

BA45 - BAW45 British Airways (BA)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to CPT
CPT Cape Town South Africa
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 8 hours, 31 minutes
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 20:40 18 January 2026
5 None
Arrival Cape Town International Airport
IATA: CPTICAO: FACT
Scheduled 10:20 19 January 2026
None None
BA45 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AA 6791, AY 5951
  • Flight Duration: 11 hours 40 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 9646 kms / 5994 miles
Airline
  • British Airways
  • IATA: BA
  • ICAO: BAW
  • Operating Days: Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 299
  • Freight capacity: 14.9 tons
  • Passenger classes: First Class, Economy, Business Class, Shuttle, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: BAW45
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Current Time in London: Sunday 2026-01-18 12:09 PM
  • Current Time in Cape Town: Sunday 2026-01-18 14:09 PM

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British Airways Flight BA45 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for British Airways BA45 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 11 hour(s) 40 minutes, with the flight distance of 9646 km (5994 miles).

What is the current status of British Airways BA45 flight?

The current status of flight British Airways BA45 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the British Airways BA45 flight?

All British Airways BA45 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

How many British Airways BA45 flights are operated a week?

1 flights per week. The Flight British Airways BA45 is operated on Sunday.