Delta DL7971 Flight Status Today

International flight Delta DL7971 takes off from Mexico City (MEX) Mexico to Houston (IAH) United States. It's operated by Delta Airlines. The plane leaves Benito Juarez International Airport at 16:15 17 January 2026 America/Mexico_City. The flight is expected to land at George Bush Intercontinental Airport at 18:38 17 January 2026 America/Chicago. The flight will last about 2 hours 23 minutes.

Current status of DL7971 is Departed On time Estimated Arrival in 1 hour, 7 minutes

DL7971 - DAL7971 Delta Airlines (DL)
MEX Mexico City Mexico
Flight MEX to IAH
IAH Houston United States
Departed On time Estimated Arrival in 1 hour, 7 minutes
Departure Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA: MEXICAO: MMMX
Scheduled 16:15 17 January 2026
Actual 16:41 17 January 2026
2 R1
Arrival George Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA: IAHICAO: KIAH
Scheduled 18:38 17 January 2026
Estimated 18:52 17 January 2026
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DL7971 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AM 470
  • Flight Duration: 2 hours 23 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 1228 kms / 763 miles
Airline
  • Delta Airlines
  • IATA: DL
  • ICAO: DAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 76
  • Freight capacity: 6.9 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Embraer 190
  • Callsign: DAL7971
  • Departure Timezone: America/Mexico_City
  • Arrival Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Current Time in Mexico City: Saturday 2026-01-17 17:45 PM
  • Current Time in Houston: Saturday 2026-01-17 17:45 PM

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Delta Flight DL7971 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Delta DL7971 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 2 hour(s) 23 minutes, with the flight distance of 1228 km (763 miles).

What is the current status of Delta DL7971 flight?

The current status of flight Delta DL7971 is Departed On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Delta DL7971 flight?

All Delta DL7971 flights are operated using Embraer 190 aircraft.

When does the flight Delta DL7971 arrive?

Flight Delta DL7971 arrives at 18:38.

Which terminal the flight Delta DL7971 is arriving at?

Flight Delta DL7971 arrives in George Bush Intercontinental Airport at Terminal D.

How many Delta DL7971 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight Delta DL7971 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .