Aer Lingus EI8972 Flight Status Today

International flight Aer Lingus EI8972 takes off from San Diego (SAN) United States to London (LHR) United Kingdom. It's operated by Aer Lingus. The plane leaves San Diego International Airport at 18:00 21 January 2026 America/Los_Angeles. The flight is expected to land at London Heathrow Airport at 12:35 22 January 2026 Europe/London. The flight will last about 10 hours 35 minutes.

Current status of EI8972 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 10 hours, 10 minutes

EI8972 - EIN8972 Aer Lingus (EI)
SAN San Diego United States
Flight SAN to LHR
LHR London United Kingdom
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 10 hours, 10 minutes
Departure San Diego International Airport
IATA: SANICAO: KSAN
Scheduled 18:00 21 January 2026
2 None
Arrival London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 12:35 22 January 2026
5 None
EI8972 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AA 6985, AS 5274, AY 5452, IB 3615
  • Flight Duration: 10 hours 35 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 8828 kms / 5486 miles
Airline
  • Aer Lingus
  • IATA: EI
  • ICAO: EIN
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 219
  • Freight capacity: 22 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER
  • Callsign: REA8972
  • Departure Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/London
  • Current Time in San Diego: Wednesday 2026-01-21 07:50 AM
  • Current Time in London: Wednesday 2026-01-21 15:50 PM

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American Airlines AA6985
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18:00 		10 hours 35 minutes
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Alaska Airlines AS5274
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18:00 		10 hours 35 minutes
12:35
British Airways BA272
British Airways 		21/01/2026
18:00 		10 hours 35 minutes
12:35
British Airways BA264
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16:40 		10 hours 45 minutes
11:25
American Airlines AA6990
American Airlines 		21/01/2026
16:40 		10 hours 45 minutes
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Alaska Airlines AS5284
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Aer Lingus Flight EI8972 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Aer Lingus EI8972 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 10 hour(s) 35 minutes, with the flight distance of 8828 km (5486 miles).

What is the current status of Aer Lingus EI8972 flight?

The current status of flight Aer Lingus EI8972 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Aer Lingus EI8972 flight?

All Aer Lingus EI8972 flights are operated using Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.

When does the flight Aer Lingus EI8972 arrive?

Flight Aer Lingus EI8972 arrives at 12:35.

Which terminal the flight Aer Lingus EI8972 is arriving at?

Flight Aer Lingus EI8972 arrives in London Heathrow Airport at Terminal 5.

How many Aer Lingus EI8972 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Aer Lingus EI8972 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.