Delta DL5979 Flight Status Today

International flight Delta DL5979 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Los Angeles (LAX) United States. It's operated by Delta Airlines. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 11:20 20 March 2026 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at Los Angeles International Airport at 15:35 20 March 2026 America/Los_Angeles. The flight will last about 11 hours 15 minutes.

Current status of DL5979 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 10 hours, 51 minutes

DL5979 - DAL5979 Delta Airlines (DL)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to LAX
LAX Los Angeles United States
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 10 hours, 51 minutes
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 11:20 20 March 2026
3 None
Arrival Los Angeles International Airport
IATA: LAXICAO: KLAX
Scheduled 15:35 20 March 2026
TBIT None
DL5979 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AF 6756, KL 2514
  • Flight Duration: 11 hours 15 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 8781 kms / 5456 miles
Airline
  • Delta Airlines
  • IATA: DL
  • ICAO: DAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 69
  • Freight capacity: 6.9 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: RPA5979
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Current Time in London: Friday 2026-03-20 00:29 AM
  • Current Time in Los Angeles: Thursday 2026-03-19 17:29 PM

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Delta Flight DL5979 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Delta DL5979 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 11 hour(s) 15 minutes, with the flight distance of 8781 km (5456 miles).

What is the current status of Delta DL5979 flight?

The current status of flight Delta DL5979 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Delta DL5979 flight?

All Delta DL5979 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

When does the flight Delta DL5979 arrive?

Flight Delta DL5979 arrives at 15:35.

Which terminal the flight Delta DL5979 is arriving at?

Flight Delta DL5979 arrives in Los Angeles International Airport at Terminal TBIT.

How many Delta DL5979 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight Delta DL5979 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .