Air France AF871 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AF871 flight operated by Air France on Oct 31, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Cape Town (CPT) to Paris (CDG). The flight is expected to depart at 08:30 (local time in Cape Town, UTC+2) and arrive at 18:56 (local time in Paris, UTC+1) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m late
11h 50m
Check-in Counter
A47
Boarding Gate
A3
Arrival Gate
A3
Baggage
33
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h 50m
Check-in Counter
A47-A53
Boarding Gate
A3
Arrival Gate
A3
Baggage
31
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
11h 50m
Check-in Counter
A47-A53
Boarding Gate
A5
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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AF871 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AF871 flight from Cape Town to Paris on 10/31/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 4y, 8m. The aircraft has 324 seats.
Airbus A350-900
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
21 minutes
Age
4y, 8m
Seats
324
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port
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
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
135°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
71 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for AF871
Trip.com historical records show that the last AF871 flight departed on Fri, Oct 30 from CPT at approximately 09:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in CDG at 19:34.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Oct 21 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 00:14 | 11:52 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 00:30 | 10:54 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 08:35 | 19:05 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 09:10 | 19:24 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 09:03 | 19:34 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 08:30 | 18:56 | Scheduled |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Cape Town (CPT) | Paris (CDG) | 359 | 08:30 | 19:20 | Scheduled |
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AF871 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AF871 is 80% (Late on average 14 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 21 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
14 minutes
Early
7
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
21 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight af871?
Flight af871 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 08:30, arrival 19:20 (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight af871 on time today?
Flight af871 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 08:30, with arrival at 19:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight af871 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight af871 is scheduled to depart at 08:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight af871 scheduled to arrive?
Flight af871 is scheduled to arrive at 19:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:56. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 31, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight af871?
After arrival, baggage for flight af871 is expected at carousel 31 in terminal T2E. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight af871 fly?
Flight af871 is operated by Air France from Cape Town (CPT) to Paris (CDG). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 50 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight af871?
Track flight af871 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 af871 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If af871 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 31, 2026). Contact Air France or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight af871 departed from Cape Town?
Flight af871 has not departed from Cape Town (CPT) yet and is currently on schedule for 08:30.What is the seat configuration for flight af871?
Flight af871 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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