Aer Lingus EI8996 Flight Status Today

International flight Aer Lingus EI8996 takes off from Chicago (ORD) United States to London (LHR) United Kingdom. It's operated by Aer Lingus. The plane leaves O'Hare International Airport at 21:45 28 December 2025 America/Chicago. The flight is expected to land at London Heathrow Airport at 11:35 29 December 2025 Europe/London. The flight will last about 7 hours 50 minutes.

Current status of EI8996 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 2 hours, 29 minutes

EI8996 - EIN8996 Aer Lingus (EI)
ORD Chicago United States
Flight ORD to LHR
LHR London United Kingdom
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 2 hours, 29 minutes
Departure O'Hare International Airport
IATA: ORDICAO: KORD
Scheduled 21:45 28 December 2025
3 None
Arrival London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 11:35 29 December 2025
Estimated 11:16 29 December 2025
5 None
EI8996 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AA 7005, AS 5288, AY 5536, IB 3635
  • Flight Duration: 7 hours 50 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 6362 kms / 3953 miles
Airline
  • Aer Lingus
  • IATA: EI
  • ICAO: EIN
  • Operating Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 469
  • Freight capacity: 15.3 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-10
  • Callsign: REA8996
  • Departure Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/London
  • Current Time in Chicago: Sunday 2025-12-28 19:16 PM
  • Current Time in London: Monday 2025-12-29 01:16 AM

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Aer Lingus Flight EI8996 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Aer Lingus EI8996 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 7 hour(s) 50 minutes, with the flight distance of 6362 km (3953 miles).

What is the current status of Aer Lingus EI8996 flight?

The current status of flight Aer Lingus EI8996 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Aer Lingus EI8996 flight?

All Aer Lingus EI8996 flights are operated using Boeing 787-10 aircraft.

When does the flight Aer Lingus EI8996 arrive?

Flight Aer Lingus EI8996 arrives at 11:35.

Which terminal the flight Aer Lingus EI8996 is arriving at?

Flight Aer Lingus EI8996 arrives in London Heathrow Airport at Terminal 5.

How many Aer Lingus EI8996 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Aer Lingus EI8996 is operated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.