Air China CA851 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CA851 flight operated by Air China on Oct 23, 2026, flying from Beijing (PEK) to London (LGW), departed at 04:28 and is expected to arrive at 07:34 (local time in London, UTC+1) and land at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 23m early
8187km
10h 45m
Check-in Counter
H17-H32
Boarding Gate
E51
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
10
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En route
Your flight has departed Beijing and is expected to arrive in London at 07:34.
8187km
10h 45m
Check-in Counter
H17-H32
Boarding Gate
E5
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 45m
Check-in Counter
H17-H32
Boarding Gate
E8
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
--
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CA1338
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Shenzhen (SZX)
Beijing (BJS)
Beijing (BJS)
Scheduled: 02:35
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35m early
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CA851 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CA851 flight flying from Beijing to London on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 3y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 312 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 8,187km.
Airbus A350-900
Punctuality (Departure)
87
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Age
3y, 10m
Seats
312
Flight Distance
8,187km
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
On-board Wi-Fi
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
On-board Wi-Fi
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
On-board Wi-Fi
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
58 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for CA851
Trip.com historical records show that the last CA851 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from PEK at approximately 03:16. This flight is expected to arrrive in LGW at 06:12.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:12 | 06:32 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:02 | 06:12 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:08 | 06:10 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:21 | 06:51 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 03:16 | 06:12 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 04:28 | 07:34 | En route |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Beijing (PEK) | London (LGW) | 359 | 02:50 | 06:35 | Scheduled |
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CA851 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CA851 is 87% (Late on average 19 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ca851?
Flight ca851 has departed (status: En route). Departure 04:28, estimated arrival 07:34 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight ca851 on time today?
Flight ca851 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 04:28 and is estimated to arrive at 07:34.Has flight ca851 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ca851 is scheduled to depart at 02:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 04:28, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight ca851 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ca851 is scheduled to arrive at 06:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:34. Status is En route as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ca851?
For flight ca851, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is E5. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight ca851?
After arrival, baggage for flight ca851 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal N. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight ca851 fly?
Flight ca851 is operated by Air China from Beijing (PEK) to London (LGW). Typical flight time is about 10 hours 45 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight ca851?
Track flight ca851 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 ca851 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ca851 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 23, 2026). Contact Air China or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ca851 departed from Beijing?
Flight ca851 has departed from Beijing (PEK) at 04:28 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight ca851?
Flight ca851 usually flies a Airbus A350-900 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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