South African Airways SA7978 Flight Status Today

International flight South African Airways SA7978 takes off from Copenhagen (CPH) Denmark to London (LHR) United Kingdom. It's operated by South African Airways. The plane leaves Copenhagen Airport at 07:45 Europe/Copenhagen. The flight is expected to land at London Heathrow Airport at 08:45 Europe/London. The flight will last about 1 hours 52 minutes.

SA7978 - SAA7978 South African Airways (SA)
CPH Copenhagen Denmark
Flight CPH to LHR
LHR London United Kingdom
NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS Lasted record on 27-March-2020
Departure Copenhagen Airport
IATA: CPHICAO: EKCH
Scheduled 07:45
3 None
Arrival London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 08:45
2 None
SA7978 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 1 hours 52 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 982 kms / 610 miles
Airline
  • South African Airways
  • IATA: SA
  • ICAO: SAA
  • Operating Days: NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 150
  • Freight capacity: 0 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: A20N
  • Callsign: SAA7978
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/Copenhagen
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/London
  • Current Time in Copenhagen: Wednesday 2026-01-21 06:00 AM
  • Current Time in London: Wednesday 2026-01-21 05:00 AM

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South African Airways Flight SA7978 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for South African Airways SA7978 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 1 hour(s) 52 minutes, with the flight distance of 982 km (610 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the South African Airways SA7978 flight?

All South African Airways SA7978 flights are operated using A20N aircraft.

Which terminal the flight South African Airways SA7978 is arriving at?

Flight South African Airways SA7978 arrives in London Heathrow Airport at Terminal 2.