British Airways BA1601 Flight Status : Live Tracking & Updates

International flight British Airways BA1601 takes off from Chicago (ORD) United States to London (LHR) United Kingdom. It's operated by British Airways. The plane leaves O'Hare International Airport at 22:30 05 May 2026 America/Chicago. The flight is expected to land at London Heathrow Airport at 12:15 06 May 2026 Europe/London. The flight will last about 7 hours 45 minutes.

Current status of BA1601 is Departed On time Estimated Arrival in 6 hours, 27 minutes

BA1601 - BAW1601 British Airways (BA)
ORD Chicago United States
Flight ORD to LHR
LHR London United Kingdom
Departed On time Estimated Arrival in 6 hours, 27 minutes
Departure O'Hare International Airport
IATA: ORDICAO: KORD
Scheduled 22:30 05 May 2026
Actual 22:27 05 May 2026
3 K15
Arrival London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 12:15 06 May 2026
Estimated 12:13 06 May 2026
3 29
BA1601 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AS 6998, AY 3890, GF 4331, IB 4860, MH 9463, RJ 7968, UL 2032
  • Flight Duration: 7 hours 45 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 6362 kms / 3953 miles
Airline
  • British Airways
  • IATA: BA
  • ICAO: BAW
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 226
  • Freight capacity: 40.2 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Shuttle, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: BAW1601
  • Departure Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/London
  • Current Time in Chicago: Tuesday 2026-05-05 23:46 PM
  • Current Time in London: Wednesday 2026-05-06 05:46 AM

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British Airways Flight BA1601 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for British Airways BA1601 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 7 hour(s) 45 minutes, with the flight distance of 6362 km (3953 miles).

What is the current status of British Airways BA1601 flight?

The current status of flight British Airways BA1601 is Departed On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the British Airways BA1601 flight?

All British Airways BA1601 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

When does the flight British Airways BA1601 arrive?

Flight British Airways BA1601 arrives at 12:15.

Which terminal the flight British Airways BA1601 is arriving at?

Flight British Airways BA1601 arrives in London Heathrow Airport at Terminal 3.

How many British Airways BA1601 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight British Airways BA1601 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .