British Airways BA8040 Flight Status Today

International flight British Airways BA8040 takes off from Alicante (ALC) Spain to London (LGW) United Kingdom. It's operated by British Airways. The plane leaves Alicante Airport at 18:35 Europe/Madrid. The flight is expected to land at London Gatwick Airport at 20:15 Europe/London. The flight will last about 2 hours 40 minutes.

BA8040 - BAW8040 British Airways (BA)
ALC Alicante Spain
Flight ALC to LGW
LGW London United Kingdom
Contact Airlines It may not operate on the date requested
Departure Alicante Airport
IATA: ALCICAO: LEAL
Scheduled 18:35
N None
Arrival London Gatwick Airport
IATA: LGWICAO: EGKK
Scheduled 20:15
S None
BA8040 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 1430 kms / 888 miles
Airline
  • British Airways
  • IATA: BA
  • ICAO: BAW
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 124
  • Freight capacity: 6.7 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A320 (sharklets)
  • Callsign: SHT8040
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/Madrid
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/London
  • Current Time in Alicante: Sunday 2026-03-01 19:08 PM
  • Current Time in London: Sunday 2026-03-01 18:08 PM

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British Airways Flight BA8040 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for British Airways BA8040 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 2 hour(s) 40 minutes, with the flight distance of 1430 km (888 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the British Airways BA8040 flight?

All British Airways BA8040 flights are operated using Airbus A320 (sharklets) aircraft.

Which terminal the flight British Airways BA8040 is arriving at?

Flight British Airways BA8040 arrives in London Gatwick Airport at Terminal S.

How many British Airways BA8040 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight British Airways BA8040 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.