Iberia IB5979 Flight Status : Live Tracking & Updates

International flight Iberia IB5979 takes off from London (LGW) United Kingdom to Alicante (ALC) Spain. It's operated by Iberia. The plane leaves London Gatwick Airport at 16:10 05 May 2026 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at Alicante Airport at 19:50 05 May 2026 Europe/Madrid. The flight will last about 2 hours 31 minutes.

Current status of IB5979 is Arrived On time

IB5979 - IBE5979 Iberia (IB)
LGW London United Kingdom
Flight LGW to ALC
ALC Alicante Spain
Arrived On time
Departure London Gatwick Airport
IATA: LGWICAO: EGKK
Scheduled 16:10 05 May 2026
Actual 16:10 05 May 2026
S 11
Arrival Alicante Airport
IATA: ALCICAO: LEAL
Scheduled 19:50 05 May 2026
Actual 19:41 05 May 2026
N None
IB5979 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: BA 8054
  • Flight Duration: 2 hours 31 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 1430 kms / 888 miles
Airline
  • Iberia
  • IATA: IB
  • ICAO: IBE
  • Operating Days: Wednesday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 150
  • Freight capacity: 0 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A320 (sharklets)
  • Callsign: IBE5979
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/Madrid
  • Current Time in London: Tuesday 2026-05-05 19:47 PM
  • Current Time in Alicante: Tuesday 2026-05-05 20:47 PM

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Iberia Flight IB5979 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Iberia IB5979 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 2 hour(s) 31 minutes, with the flight distance of 1430 km (888 miles).

What is the current status of Iberia IB5979 flight?

The current status of flight Iberia IB5979 is Arrived On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Iberia IB5979 flight?

All Iberia IB5979 flights are operated using Airbus A320 (sharklets) aircraft.

When does the flight Iberia IB5979 arrive?

Flight Iberia IB5979 arrives at 19:50.

Which terminal the flight Iberia IB5979 is arriving at?

Flight Iberia IB5979 arrives in Alicante Airport at Terminal N.

How many Iberia IB5979 flights are operated a week?

1 flights per week. The Flight Iberia IB5979 is operated on Wednesday.