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SM972 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SM972 flight operated by Air Cairo on Oct 10, 2026, scheduled to fly from Jeddah (JED) to Cairo (CAI), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 00:30 , with a new arrival time of 02:14 . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m early
2h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-14
Boarding Gate
46N
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Delayed
Your flight is about 0m late
2h 5m
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Boarding Gate
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SM972 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SM972 flight flying from Jeddah to Cairo on 10/10/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 6m. The aircraft is equipped with 174 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
50
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
65
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Age
16y, 6m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
Unknown
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for SM972
Trip.com historical records show that the last SM972 flight departed on Thu, Oct 8 from JED at approximately 08:30. This flight is expected to arrrive in CAI at 10:10.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 1 | Jeddah (JED) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 11:33 | 13:15 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Jeddah (JED) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 00:32 | 02:19 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Jeddah (JED) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 02:07 | 03:53 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Jeddah (JED) | - (-) | 320 | 01:03 | 02:55 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Jeddah (JED) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 02:14 | 03:58 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Jeddah (JED) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 08:30 | 10:10 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Jeddah (JED) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 00:30 | 02:14 | Delayed |
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SM972 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of SM972 is 50% (Late on average 39 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 65% (Late on average 17 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50
%
Late on average
39 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
20
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
21
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
65
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
35
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
25
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
21
%
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Flight FAQs
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Has flight sm972 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight sm972 is scheduled to depart at 00:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 00:30, and the current status is Delayed (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
When is flight sm972 scheduled to arrive?
Flight sm972 is scheduled to arrive at 02:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 02:14. Status is Delayed as of Oct 10, 2026. -
What route does flight sm972 fly?
Flight sm972 is operated by Air Cairo from Jeddah (JED) to Cairo (CAI). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 5 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight sm972?
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If flight sm972 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If sm972 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Oct 10, 2026). Contact Air Cairo or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
What is the seat configuration for flight sm972?
Flight sm972 usually flies a Airbus A320 with seat layout 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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