British Airways BA055 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA055 flight operated by British Airways on Oct 16, 2026 is scheduled to fly from London (LHR) to Johannesburg (JNB). The flight is expected to depart at 19:00 (local time in London, UTC+1) and land at 06:14 (local time in Johannesburg, UTC+2)
Thu, Oct 15
Fri, Oct 16
Sat, Oct 17
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 3m late
11h
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
C61
Arrival Gate
A15
Baggage
4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
A5
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h
Check-in Counter
D
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
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BA055 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA055 flight flying from London to Johannesburg on 10/16/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 299 seats.
Boeing 777-300ER
Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
14y, 10m
Seats
299
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
First
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-4-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
47 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
183 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
198 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for BA055
Trip.com historical records show that the last BA055 flight departed on Thu, Oct 15 from LHR at approximately 19:46. This flight is expected to arrrive in JNB at 07:03.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 11 | London (LHR) | Johannesburg (JNB) | B77W | 19:53 | 07:10 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 12 | London (LHR) | Johannesburg (JNB) | B77W | 19:56 | 07:03 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 13 | London (LHR) | Johannesburg (JNB) | B77W | 19:22 | 06:44 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | London (LHR) | Johannesburg (JNB) | B77W | 19:24 | 06:51 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 15 | London (LHR) | Johannesburg (JNB) | B77W | 19:46 | 07:03 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | London (LHR) | Johannesburg (JNB) | B77W | 19:00 | 06:14 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 17 | London (LHR) | Johannesburg (JNB) | B77W | 19:00 | 07:00 | Scheduled |
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BA055 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA055 is 47% (Late on average 55 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
55 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ba055?
Flight ba055 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 19:00, arrival 07:00 (updated Oct 16, 2026).Is flight ba055 on time today?
Flight ba055 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 19:00, with arrival at 07:00. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight ba055 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba055 is scheduled to depart at 19:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 16, 2026).When is flight ba055 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba055 is scheduled to arrive at 07:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 06:14. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 16, 2026.What route does flight ba055 fly?
Flight ba055 is operated by British Airways from London (LHR) to Johannesburg (JNB). Typical flight time is about 11 hours; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight ba055?
Track flight ba055 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight ba055 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ba055 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 16, 2026). Contact British Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ba055 departed from London?
Flight ba055 has not departed from London (LHR) yet and is currently on schedule for 19:00.What is the seat configuration for flight ba055?
Flight ba055 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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