EgyptAir MS956 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the MS956 flight operated by EgyptAir on Oct 31, 2026, flying from Beijing (PEK) to Cairo (CAI), departed at 00:54 and is expected to arrive at 05:01 (local time in Cairo, UTC+3) and land at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Thu, Oct 29
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 33m early
7535km
11h
Check-in Counter
D1-D11
Boarding Gate
E25
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Beijing and is expected to arrive in Cairo at 05:01.
11h
Check-in Counter
D1-D11
Boarding Gate
E30
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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MS956 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the MS956 flight flying from Beijing to Cairo on 10/31/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 7y, 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 309 seats.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
15 minutes
Age
7y, 4m
Seats
309
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for MS956
Trip.com historical records show that the last MS956 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from PEK at approximately 01:12. This flight is expected to arrrive in CAI at 06:12.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Beijing (PEK) | Cairo (CAI) | 789 | 00:33 | 05:35 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Beijing (PEK) | Cairo (CAI) | 789 | 00:58 | 06:13 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Beijing (PEK) | Cairo (CAI) | 789 | 00:47 | 06:05 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Beijing (PEK) | Cairo (CAI) | 789 | 00:54 | 05:57 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Beijing (PEK) | Cairo (CAI) | 789 | 00:56 | 06:02 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Beijing (PEK) | Cairo (CAI) | 789 | 01:12 | 06:12 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Beijing (PEK) | Cairo (CAI) | 789 | 00:54 | 05:01 | En route |
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MS956 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of MS956 is 80% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 15 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
15 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
10
%
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 ms956?
Flight ms956 has departed (status: En route). Departure 00:54, estimated arrival 05:01 (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight ms956 on time today?
Flight ms956 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 00:54 and is estimated to arrive at 05:01.Has flight ms956 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ms956 is scheduled to depart at 00:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 00:54, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight ms956 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ms956 is scheduled to arrive at 05:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 05:01. Status is En route as of Oct 31, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ms956?
For flight ms956, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is E30. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight ms956 fly?
Flight ms956 is operated by EgyptAir from Beijing (PEK) to Cairo (CAI). Typical flight time is about 11 hours; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight ms956?
Track flight ms956 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 ms956 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ms956 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 31, 2026). Contact EgyptAir or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ms956 departed from Beijing?
Flight ms956 has departed from Beijing (PEK) at 00:54 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight ms956?
Flight ms956 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 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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