Delta DL5978 Flight Status Today

International flight Delta DL5978 takes off from Los Angeles (LAX) United States to London (LHR) United Kingdom. It's operated by Delta Airlines. The plane leaves Los Angeles International Airport at 16:35 20 February 2026 America/Los_Angeles. The flight is expected to land at London Heathrow Airport at 10:55 21 February 2026 Europe/London. The flight will last about 10 hours 20 minutes.

Current status of DL5978 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 16 hours, 33 minutes

DL5978 - DAL5978 Delta Airlines (DL)
LAX Los Angeles United States
Flight LAX to LHR
LHR London United Kingdom
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 16 hours, 33 minutes
Departure Los Angeles International Airport
IATA: LAXICAO: KLAX
Scheduled 16:35 20 February 2026
2 None
Arrival London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 10:55 21 February 2026
3 None
DL5978 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AF 6757, KL 2513
  • Flight Duration: 10 hours 20 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 8781 kms / 5456 miles
Airline
  • Delta Airlines
  • IATA: DL
  • ICAO: DAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 76
  • Freight capacity: 3 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A350-1000
  • Callsign: TCF597884
  • Departure Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/London
  • Current Time in Los Angeles: Friday 2026-02-20 00:02 AM
  • Current Time in London: Friday 2026-02-20 08:02 AM

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Delta Flight DL5978 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Delta DL5978 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 10 hour(s) 20 minutes, with the flight distance of 8781 km (5456 miles).

What is the current status of Delta DL5978 flight?

The current status of flight Delta DL5978 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Delta DL5978 flight?

All Delta DL5978 flights are operated using Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.

When does the flight Delta DL5978 arrive?

Flight Delta DL5978 arrives at 10:55.

Which terminal the flight Delta DL5978 is arriving at?

Flight Delta DL5978 arrives in London Heathrow Airport at Terminal 3.

How many Delta DL5978 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Delta DL5978 is operated on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.