Aer Lingus EI8897 Flight Status Today

International flight Aer Lingus EI8897 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Houston (IAH) United States. It's operated by Aer Lingus. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 15:25 23 March 2026 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at George Bush Intercontinental Airport at 21:00 23 March 2026 America/Chicago. The flight will last about 10 hours 35 minutes.

Current status of EI8897 is Departed On time Estimated Arrival in 9 hours, 11 minutes

EI8897 - EIN8897 Aer Lingus (EI)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to IAH
IAH Houston United States
Departed On time Estimated Arrival in 9 hours, 11 minutes
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 15:25 23 March 2026
Actual 15:27 23 March 2026
5 B39
Arrival George Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA: IAHICAO: KIAH
Scheduled 21:00 23 March 2026
Estimated 20:51 23 March 2026
E None
EI8897 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AA 6954, AY 5497, IB 3579
  • Flight Duration: 10 hours 35 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 7780 kms / 4834 miles
Airline
  • Aer Lingus
  • IATA: EI
  • ICAO: EIN
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 216
  • Freight capacity: 40.2 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: REA8897
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Current Time in London: Monday 2026-03-23 16:40 PM
  • Current Time in Houston: Monday 2026-03-23 11:40 AM

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Aer Lingus Flight EI8897 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Aer Lingus EI8897 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 10 hour(s) 35 minutes, with the flight distance of 7780 km (4834 miles).

What is the current status of Aer Lingus EI8897 flight?

The current status of flight Aer Lingus EI8897 is Departed On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Aer Lingus EI8897 flight?

All Aer Lingus EI8897 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

When does the flight Aer Lingus EI8897 arrive?

Flight Aer Lingus EI8897 arrives at 21:00.

Which terminal the flight Aer Lingus EI8897 is arriving at?

Flight Aer Lingus EI8897 arrives in George Bush Intercontinental Airport at Terminal E.

How many Aer Lingus EI8897 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Aer Lingus EI8897 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday.