Virgin Atlantic VS678 Flight Status Today

International flight Virgin Atlantic VS678 takes off from London (LHR) United Kingdom to Cape Town (CPT) South Africa. It's operated by Virgin Atlantic. The plane leaves London Heathrow Airport at 21:30 Europe/London. The flight is expected to land at Cape Town International Airport at 09:54 Africa/Johannesburg. The flight will last about 10 hours 59 minutes.

VS678 - VIR678 Virgin Atlantic (VS)
LHR London United Kingdom
Flight LHR to CPT
CPT Cape Town South Africa
NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS Lasted record on 25-April-2022
Departure London Heathrow Airport
IATA: LHRICAO: EGLL
Scheduled 21:30
None None
Arrival Cape Town International Airport
IATA: CPTICAO: FACT
Scheduled 09:54
None None
VS678 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 10 hours 59 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 9646 kms / 5994 miles
Airline
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • IATA: VS
  • ICAO: VIR
  • Operating Days: NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS
Passenger Services
  • Service type: None
  • Seats: None
  • Freight capacity: None
  • Passenger classes: None
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
  • Callsign: VIR678
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/London
  • Arrival Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Current Time in London: Thursday 2026-01-01 21:26 PM
  • Current Time in Cape Town: Thursday 2026-01-01 23:26 PM

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Virgin Atlantic Flight VS678 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Virgin Atlantic VS678 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 10 hour(s) 59 minutes, with the flight distance of 9646 km (5994 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the Virgin Atlantic VS678 flight?

All Virgin Atlantic VS678 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.