British Airways BA496 Flight Status Today

International flight British Airways BA496 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Gibraltar (GIB) Gibraltar. It's operated by British Airways. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 07:55 20 March 2026 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at North Front Airport at 11:50 20 March 2026 Europe/Gibraltar. The flight will last about 3 hours 50 minutes.

Current status of BA496 is Diverted to AGP Malaga

BA496 - BAW496 British Airways (BA)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to GIB
GIB Gibraltar Gibraltar
Diverted to AGP Malaga
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 07:55 20 March 2026
Actual 07:52 20 March 2026
3 11
Arrival North Front Airport
IATA: GIBICAO: LXGB
Scheduled 11:50 20 March 2026
Actual 12:42 20 March 2026
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BA496 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AY 6589, QR 9737
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 50 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 1746 kms / 1085 miles
Airline
  • British Airways
  • IATA: BA
  • ICAO: BAW
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 154
  • Freight capacity: 4.6 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A320
  • Callsign: F-LERS7
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/Gibraltar
  • Current Time in London: Friday 2026-03-20 18:28 PM
  • Current Time in Gibraltar: Friday 2026-03-20 19:28 PM

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British Airways Flight BA496 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for British Airways BA496 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 50 minutes, with the flight distance of 1746 km (1085 miles).

What is the current status of British Airways BA496 flight?

The current status of flight British Airways BA496 is Diverted to AGP Malaga.

What type of aircraft is used for the British Airways BA496 flight?

All British Airways BA496 flights are operated using Airbus A320 aircraft.

How many British Airways BA496 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight British Airways BA496 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .