British Airways BA8709 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA8709 flight operated by British Airways on Oct 23, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Edinburgh (EDI) to London (LCY). The flight is expected to depart at 17:50 and land at 18:58
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 17m early
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
31-33
Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
31-33
Boarding Gate
6
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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BA8706
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Edinburgh (EDI)
Edinburgh (EDI)
Scheduled: 17:10
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BA8709 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the BA8709 flight flying from Edinburgh to London on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 98 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Age
15y, 11m
Seats
98
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for BA8709
Trip.com historical records show that the last BA8709 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from EDI at approximately 17:59. This flight is expected to arrrive in LCY at 19:03.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 15 | Edinburgh (EDI) | London (LCY) | E190 | 18:04 | 19:10 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Edinburgh (EDI) | London (LCY) | E190 | 18:13 | 19:16 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Edinburgh (EDI) | London (LCY) | E190 | 18:14 | 19:25 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Edinburgh (EDI) | London (LCY) | E190 | 17:59 | 19:05 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Edinburgh (EDI) | London (LCY) | E190 | 17:57 | 19:06 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Edinburgh (EDI) | London (LCY) | E190 | 17:59 | 19:03 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Edinburgh (EDI) | London (LCY) | E190 | 17:50 | 18:58 | Scheduled |
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BA8709 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of BA8709 is 67% (Late on average 28 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 2 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
28 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Early
57
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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Flight ba8709 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 17:50, arrival 19:20 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight ba8709 on time today?
Flight ba8709 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 17:50, with arrival at 19:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight ba8709 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ba8709 is scheduled to depart at 17:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:50, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight ba8709 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ba8709 is scheduled to arrive at 19:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:58. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 23, 2026.What route does flight ba8709 fly?
Flight ba8709 is operated by British Airways from Edinburgh (EDI) to London (LCY). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight ba8709?
Track flight ba8709 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 ba8709 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ba8709 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 23, 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 ba8709 departed from Edinburgh?
Flight ba8709 has not departed from Edinburgh (EDI) yet and is currently on schedule for 17:50.What is the seat configuration for flight ba8709?
Flight ba8709 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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